Tips & Tricks on Navy Spouse Licensure Reimbursement  

Tips & Tricks on Navy Spouse Licensure Reimbursement  

As we come to the end of “PCS Season”, many spouses are currently changing gears from settling in to job hunting. If you are like me, you might need an occupational license to practice your chosen profession. This process can be expensive and even cost-prohibitive for some. Because I am involved in a few military [...]

How to Prepare to Have a Baby While Your Sailor is Deployed

How to Prepare to Have a Baby While Your Sailor is Deployed

There are many difficult things about being a military spouse. Giving birth or managing postpartum time while the boat is out to sea, can be a very difficult and stressful time. We had just confirmed my fourth pregnancy when my spouse said “I don’t think I will be here for the birth." While he was [...]

Voluntary Pre-K & School Choice Options in Florida

Voluntary Pre-K & School Choice Options in Florida

Many people stationed at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay live in Florida, just over the Georgia-Florida border. If you have kids and live in Florida, here is some useful information regarding Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) and the Florida Department of Education’s School Choice options. Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten Florida offers free voluntary pre-kindergarten to state residents. We moved [...]

Two New Playgrounds Near Kings Bay

Two New Playgrounds Near Kings Bay
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There are some new playgrounds in Yulee and on Amelia Island! If you are looking for some updated play equipment and a nice area to spend an afternoon, below is some information regarding a new playground at Nassau Crossing and the updated playground at Central Park. Nassau Crossing Playground This new park area opened in [...]

Your Guide to Performing Arts Near Kings Bay

Your Guide to Performing Arts Near Kings Bay

Growing up, my family and I spent a lot of time enjoying the theater-either with our own performances or attending professional performances. Attending theater and performing arts productions continues to be a favorite pastime of mine. Below is some information on performing arts events in and around Kings Bay: Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts [...]

National Take a Hike Day – 12 Short & Sweet Trails To Explore

National Take a Hike Day – 12 Short & Sweet Trails To Explore

Today is National Hiking Day, aka “Take a Hike Day." If you are an outdoor enthusiast, this is the perfect excuse to go on a short hike and celebrate the great outdoors. Participating in National Hike Day is easy: 1) pick a hike near you (whatever distance works for you!); 2) enjoy your time outdoors; [...]

7 Places to Grab Thanksgiving To-Go Near Kings Bay

7 Places to Grab Thanksgiving To-Go Near Kings Bay

Do you prefer to just pick up your Thanksgiving meal and go? Below is a list of grocery stores and restaurants in the Kings Bay through Jacksonville areas where you can pre-order your Thanksgiving dinner. Pre-Order Meal/Heat and Serve Whole Foods: With locations in Jacksonville and Jacksonville Beach, you can pre-order a Thanksgiving Meal. Whole [...]