Archive for July, 2010

The Weekenders: Events for Austin Families, July 30- August 1, 2010

Music Under the Star: Omar and the Howlers- The third installment of Music Under The Star kicks off with a family music program at 5:30 p.m. Set out your camp ... Read more..

Friday, July 30th, 2010 Posted in Weekenders | 1 Comment »


Thursday’s Dish: Birthday Cake, Part I

This seems to be the season of birthdays. I must know 20 people whose birthdays are between now and mid-September, including my own. I guess all our parents did a ... Read more..

Thursday, July 29th, 2010 Posted in Recipes | 3 Comments »


Playground Etiquette : What’s the Deal, Lucille?!

It's the dog days of summer, mamas, and do you know what that means?  A LOT of time spent on playgrounds...many times indoor playgrounds so that you can keep yourself ... Read more..

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010 Posted in Main | 2 Comments »


Ever been curious about Snake World?

Lori and Nicole recently packed up the kiddos and headed down to check out the Animal World and Snake Farm. Here are our impressions: Lori’s take: I love a good adventure, ... Read more..

Tuesday, July 27th, 2010 Posted in Features | No Comments »


GIVEAWAY: Shop, Shop, Shop at Fairytale Threads Consignment Sale!

It's time to grab your best gal-friends and head over to the Fairytale Threads Consignment Sale, a twice yearly sale that offers up everything from kid's clothing, toys, equipment to ... Read more..

Friday, July 23rd, 2010 Posted in Giveaways | 6 Comments »


The Weekenders: Events for Austin Families, July 23-25, 2010

Music in the Park- Pack a picnic, bring the lawn chairs and listen to FREE live music by Pride and Joy while the kids play on the playscape. No glass ... Read more..

Friday, July 23rd, 2010 Posted in Weekenders | 2 Comments »


Thursday’s Dish: Lemonade Stand

My neighbor and her daughter recently set up a lemonade stand in front of their house. It was fun for us to cross the street and visit, meet some other ... Read more..

Thursday, July 22nd, 2010 Posted in Recipes | 2 Comments »


Two-Way Dual Language Programs

The topic of dual language programs came up recently at a LiveMom meeting. Not having a school-age child just yet, I have not really noticed the ongoing discussion about these ... Read more..

Wednesday, July 21st, 2010 Posted in Main | 5 Comments »


I cannot be held personally responsible for small Legos underfoot at your house

Do you have toys that your kids play with that you used to play with as a kid? At our house, we are all enjoying playing with Legos. We ... Read more..

Monday, July 19th, 2010 Posted in Features | 1 Comment »


Got Germs? Who Ya Gonna Call?!

How about Dr. Benjamin Tanner? Dr. Tanner has a Ph.D. in Microbiology and Immunology from the University of Arizona, and he is the president of Antimicrobial Test Laboratories, LLC. Additionally, Dr. ... Read more..

Monday, July 19th, 2010 Posted in Features | 1 Comment »