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8 Books to Read With Your Kids This Halloween

Get in the mood for ghosts, goblins, pumpkins and pies. Kids will have frightfully good time with these not-too-spooky reads... Books for Infants Twinkle Twinkle Little Kid by Drew Daywalt. This heartfelt story describes an unexpected friendship. A lonely boy wishes upon a star and the luminous star makes a wish back -for a friend. [...]

8 Books to Read With Your Kids This Halloween2022-09-19T21:18:09+00:00

Jacksonville Pumpkin Patches

Pick the perfect pumpkin at these patches around town. Hours & availability vary by location, please call to confirm. Are we missing one? Interested in an enhanced listing? Let us know. Featured Jacksonville Pumpkin Patches: Conner's A-Maize-Ing Acres Farm (19856 Co Rd 121, Hilliard, 904-879-5453). Conner’s A-Maize-ing Acres is a 125-acre working family [...]

Jacksonville Pumpkin Patches2023-10-02T14:36:59+00:00

2022 Back to School Guide

We're sharpening our pencils and shopping for backpacks (this is one of our favorites). Where did summer go? Prep for a great 2022-23 year with our 2022-23 back to school guide, presented by Coastal Kicks. Featured Providers Coastal Kicks Soccer. Coastal Kicks is a nonprofit offering both recreational and competitive programs, as well as professional [...]

2022 Back to School Guide2022-09-09T20:34:29+00:00

5 Florida Festivals Not to Miss: August 2022

August in Florida is hot, sticky & just a bit sweet. Plan some family fun with these 5 festivals, dispersed throughout the state. International Ballet Festival of Miami: July 23-Aug 14, Miami Over 100 principal dancers from the best companies around the world visit Miami for three weeks of multidisciplinary events. Highlights include a [...]

5 Florida Festivals Not to Miss: August 20222022-08-08T23:56:23+00:00

Your Summer Bucket List

We wait all year for the lazy, hazy days of summer. Make the most of these three months with our 2022 Summer Bucket List. Plan a Beach Day   Is there anything better a family day at the beach? We're lucky enough to have some of the best beaches in the country in our backyard. [...]

Your Summer Bucket List2023-05-23T17:15:10+00:00

Halloween Candy Buy Back

On candy corn overload? Save your family a few calories & cavities this year by participating in a Halloween candy buy back program. Bring your candy to the businesses below, walk out with a bit of extra change. Note: Please make sure to call & confirm hours and participation. Also, don’t forget about your local [...]

Halloween Candy Buy Back2019-10-06T18:54:38+00:00

Jacksonville Costume Stores

It’s not officially Halloween until you have a great costume. Get creative with your family with these local resources. Hours & availability vary by location, please call to confirm. Disney Store (4818 River City Dr, Jacksonville, 904-997-6053) Halloween Express Jacksonville (13799 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, 904-821-8410) Make Believe Costumes & Dacewear (1855 Parental Home Rd, Jacksonville, [...]

Jacksonville Costume Stores2019-10-06T18:47:02+00:00

8 Back to School Tips to Start Your Year Off Right

How is it already back to school time? Start your 2019-20 year off on the right foot with these 8 Back to School Tips, presented by Stuck On You.... At Stuck On You, we’re all about embracing the philosophy of ‘less is more’—and our personalized labels focus on organization to achieve all kinds of [...]

8 Back to School Tips to Start Your Year Off Right2019-08-06T21:01:59+00:00

Squatch & Siren

Make your next Birthday Party a “Splash” with an appearance by a live mermaid! Whether you need a mermaid for your pool party or land , our realistic professional mermaids have got you covered. Dry-land & water-based packages available. Click here for details.

Squatch & Siren2019-07-08T16:58:57+00:00