The Suffolk Fire Department is working with the city library to use their 3D printer to create protective masks for first responders during the coronavirus pandemic. “Using design files, library staff printed the part that goes around the head and on the bottom of the shield. Capt. Willet handled the face shield part by using…
NASA Launched a Free Science Site for Homeschooling
NASA just launched a free website called “NASA at Home” that has a TON of stuff to help keep your kids occupied. You’ll find lesson plans . . . videos . . . e-books . . . podcasts . . . and STEM activities. There’s also an interactive map section called “NASA in All 50 States”…
Oprah To Donate $10 Million COVID-19 Relief Organizations
Oprah is giving a big donation to help COVID-19 relief organizations. She’s giving a whopping $10 million dollars to aid various coronavirus charities. The former talk show host revealed on Instagram that she’s going to give a million-dollar donation to the charity America’s Food Fund (AFF), and nine million dollars will be distributed to other…
Sara Bareilles Reveals She’s “Fully Recovered” From COVID-19
Sara Bareilles has revealed that she contracted the coronavirus, the virus that has stopped the world in its tracks. In an Instagram stories video, the Brave singer began the video, “Hey friends,” as she wore a purple knitted beanie and dark sunglasses as she was walking outside. “Just wanted to check in. I’m really quiet…
Sew Masks for Local Hospitals with Free Kits From Joann Fabric
JOANN stores announced they’re making that effort even easier by providing free mask-making kits you can pick up curbside. JOANN has coordinated with doctors and medical professionals to make sure the kits only include materials accepted by hospitals, so all you have to do is sew them together. No shopping, cutting, or prepping patterns required; you don’t even…
Kristen Bell To Host Virtual Game Night to Raise Money for COVID-19 Relief [VIDEO]
Kristen Bell has teamed up with the interactive charity site Omaze, betting on people’s love of video games for a good cause! To help raise money for The Mayor’s Fund for Los Angeles, Bell has offered fans to win a virtual game night with her from home. Interested fans can join The Good Place star…
America’s Got Talent Re-Opens Online Auditions For Season 15
America’s Got Talent announced Wednesday that they have reopened online auditions for season 15 of the hit NBC talent show. Those who have sent in an audition video but have yet to perform in front of the judges is still eligible to be considered for the upcoming season. Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel, Heidi Klum and…
7 Virtual Volunteer Opportunities Where You Can Make a Difference Without Leaving the House
You can beat the boredom and help others while at home by volunteering virtually! Smithsonian Digital Volunteer Smithsonian, the world’s largest museum and research center, needs help transcribing historical documents. These range from dairies and field notes to photo albums and biodiversity specimen labels. Crisis Text Line Crisis Text Line, a free and confidential 24/7 messaging…
Amazon Opens Free Streaming Kids’ Shows to All Customers Worldwide
Amazon is now offering some of its kids’ content previously available free only to Prime Video members. To access the content you need to have a free, valid Amazon account and use it to sign in. Click here The kids’ titles available vary by country/region. In the U.S., the selection includes PBS Kids series such…
Hallmark Channel Announces Free 30-Day Trial to Stream Your Favorite Series and Movies
The company is offering new users a free 30-day trial to its SVOD platform, Hallmark Movies Now. The service, which is now doubling up on its popular Christmas movie offerings, features hundreds of hours of Hallmark series and movies. You can sign up here. Hallmark Publishing is also offering a free e-book, A Country Wedding, on its website in addition…