Giveaways
ZACH Theatre Cat in the Hat Ticket Giveaway
Running through May 3, 2014, on the Kleburg Stage at ZACH Theatre (202 South Lamar), The Cat in the Hat is a family experience that you don’t want to miss! For dates and times, check […]
March 2014
Weekday Events
What’s Up Weekly, March 31- April 4, 2014
Happening All Week Anne Frank: A History for Today (Georgetown) – Monday, March 31 – Thursday, April 3 from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Friday, April 4 from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. This Anne […]
Weekend Events
The Weekenders: Events for Austin Families, March 28-30, 2014
Movies Under the Stars – Friday, March 28. There are two opportunities to see movies in the great outdoors on Friday night! Catch a FREE screening of Ratatouille on the Whole Foods rooftop plaza (525 […]
Austin Reading Mama
Local Author Reading List: Liz Garton Scanlon
It’s hard enough for us parents to find time to read, let alone to decide what to read. Head to the library and it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the stacks upon stacks of interesting-sounding […]
Texas Day Trips
Road Trip: Children’s Museum of Houston
Our Spring Break Road Trip is already seeming like a distant memory in some respects, but I’m so glad we did it. It was the first time it was just my son and I on […]
Events
Event: Lucha Libro
Lucha Libro, co-hosted by the Texas Book Festival and the Whip In, is a literary event featuring authors Manual Gonzales and Owen Egerton. These two bookish behemoths will go head-to-head, mano-a-mano, in a test of […]
Features
Austin Bucket List for 2014: South by Southwest (SXSW)
Here at LiveMom, we put out a call to a few of our friends to see if anyone else wanted to join us on our Bucket List Adventure for 2014. The idea was to get […]
Events
2014 Easter Egg Hunts and Events in Austin and the ‘Burbs
Easter egg hunts, Bunny sightings, Egg-stravaganzas and more! We’ve got you covered for all of your favorite Easter activities in Austin and the ‘burbs. Many thanks to Brilliant Sky Toys and Books for sponsoring this […]
Austin Music Mama
Austin Music Mama Monthly Roundup: April
Here at LiveMom, we understand that you had a life before you had kids. While the decision to become a parent can rock your world in ways you didn’t anticipate, it can also cause you […]
Weekday Events
Weekday Events for Austin Families: March 24-28, 2014
Happening All Week Anne Frank: A History for Today (Georgetown) – Monday, March 24 – Thursday, March 27 from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Friday, March 28 from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. This […]
Weekend Events
The Weekenders: Events for Austin Families, March 21-23, 2014
Under the Oaks with Circus Chickendog- Friday, March 21, 5:30 p.m. gates open, show begins at 6:00 p.m. Bring the whole family out to this unique circus show with Darren and his dogs, Chickendog, and […]
Giveaways
Giveaway: Jord Wood Watch
A watch made of wood? Huh. Interesting. Those were my thoughts when I was first contacted by JORD to review one of their watches made of 100% natural wood. I was intrigued for a couple […]
Main
Food Network Casting for Cooking Show
Rachael Ray and Guy Fieri are back for battle and are in search of the most talented kid chefs in the country. Does your child have a captivating personality? Do they believe they’re at the […]
Giveaways
Giveaway: NeedTo.com
Austin is not the same sleepy city in which I grew up. Not only has this town grown by leaps and bounds, but also our workplaces now look different. Never would I have imagined, growing […]
Main
Participants Needed for Study at the University of Texas
The University of Texas at Austin Prevention Research Lab is seeking participants (children between the ages of 2- 11 years old) to take part in a study to better understand how fast food advertising on […]
Features
Austin Bucket List for 2014: CRAFT
Here at LiveMom, we put out a call to a few of our friends to see if anyone else wanted to join us on our Bucket List Adventure for 2014. The idea was to get […]
Features
Featuring: Liz Plachta of Ruby’s Rainbow
My good friend from high school has the cutest daughter, Pearl (for the record, her little brother, Zephyr, is also pretty darn adorable). Of course, we all think our friend’s kids are cute, don’t we? […]
Events
Event: Tillamook Cheese at Hopdoddy on South Congress
In celebration of the Tillamook Cheese Tour’s return to Austin, Tillamook will be popping up at their favorite all natural burger bar, Hopdoddy on South Congress, on Friday, March 21st for a special one-day-only promotion, offering […]
Events
Event: Healthfest 2014
Scott & White Hospital – Round Rock will host Healthfest 2014 on Sunday, March 23, from 1–3 p.m. The whole family is invited to enjoy an afternoon of free health and safety demonstrations and interactive […]
Camps
2014 Summer Camp Discount Guide
We know that for many Austin parents, the search for the perfect summer camp can be a daunting task. With such a variety of local camps available, at such a wide range of prices, it […]
Austin Music Mama
SXSW 2014 Austin Music Mama Recap
Another SXSW is in the books, as Austin does a collective exhale. All the research, RSVPing, standing in line, waiting, stuffing swag in your bag, eating Doritos, people watching and, yes, actual listening to music […]
Weekday Events
Weekday Events for Families: March 17- 21, 2014
Happening All Week Anne Frank: A History for Today (Georgetown) – Monday, March 17 – Thursday, March 20 from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Friday, March 21 from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. This […]
Weekend Events
The Weekenders: Events for Austin Families, March 14-16, 2014
Rodeo Austin– Through March 16. Live music, cook-offs, rodeo competitions, a carnival, pig races and more- it’s all part of Rodeo Austin! For a complete schedule of events, ticket prices and more, click here. Star […]
Austin Bloggin' Mamas
2014 Bloggin’ Mama Social
Join us for the 5th Annual Bloggin’ Mama Social on April 5th, 2014 at Alta’s Cafe (74 Trinity Street). Enjoy free food and drinks, swag bags to the first 50 attendees provided by MetroMoms Austin, […]
Austin Music Mama
SXSW 2014 Spotlight: Kids Show at Whole Foods Market Domain
Join Koo Koo Kanga Roo, Sara Hickman, The Que Pastas, Lloyd H. Miller, David Tobocman, Tom Freund, Jonny Kaplan, Little Galaxies and more at the gorgeous new Whole Foods Market at the Domain for a free […]
Events
Event: Gearapalooza with Bump Club and Beyond Austin
The countdown to Gearapalooza is on! Austin is the very first stop on the Gearapalooza 2014 tour that will take place on Saturday, March 22 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at BabyEarth in Round […]
Austin Music Mama
SXSW 2014 Spotlight: Mad Tiger Fest
Mad Tiger Fest 2014, happening on Sunday, March 16 from Noon to 5:00 p.m. at Kenny Dorham’s Backyard (1106 E. 11th Street, Austin), is open to all ages! It’s a family event that is not […]
Austin Music Mama
SXSW 2014 Spotlight: APL Free Concerts
Do you have your show list ready for SXSW yet? Make sure that Central Concerts is on there! Walk, bike or bus downtown to the Faulk Central Library, 800 Guadalupe St., for official SXSW Day […]
Events
SXSW 2014 Spotlight: Renegade Craft Fair
Renegade Craft Fair: SXSW Edition will take place at the Palmer Events Center in Austin, TX during SXSW on March 13, 14 and 15, 2014. The free event will be open 12pm – 8pm each […]
Weekday Events
Weekday Events: March 10-14, 2014
For more events, be sure to check out Nicole’s post with 100+ family-friendly activities to do during SXSW! Happening All Week Alamo Kids Camp: The Muppet Movie – Monday, March 10 – Thursday, March 13 […]
Austin Travel Mama
Spring Break Road Trip, Houston Edition
I’m always torn about what to do on Spring Break. On one hand, there is a mind-boggling list of things going on in Austin. On the other hand, the idea of heading out of Dodge […]
Events
An Afternoon at SXSW: Gaming Expo & Create
SXSW Interactive kicked off today, bringing with it SXSW Gaming and SXSW Create, both of which are free and open the public. As has become our spring break tradition, I took the kids out of […]
Austin Music Mama
SXSW 2014 Spotlight: 3rd Annual School of Rock All Ages Day Party
For the 3rd year in a row, School of Rock Austin will be hosting their Annual Unofficial SXSW All Ages Day Party at Scholz Garten (1607 San Jacinto Blvd., Austin) on Wednesday, March 12, 2014 […]
Weekend Events
The Weekenders: Events for Austin Families, March 7-9, 2014
Rodeo Austin– Through March 16. Live music, cook-offs, rodeo competitions, a carnival, pig races and more- it’s all part of Rodeo Austin! For a complete schedule of events, ticket prices and more, click here. Star […]
Austin Music Mama
SXSW 2014 Preview: Quiet Company
South by Southwest (or, as it is most commonly known, SXSW) is finally here. Parking is already getting scarce downtown. The city seems to be holding its collective breath, waiting for visitors to arrive from […]
Austin Foodie Mama
Thursday’s Dish: Texas Citrus
How often do you cook with fresh citrus? Until recently, I have not really incorporated the use of grapefruits and oranges into my meals. While citrus is a staple at my house, it’s been more […]
Events
SXSW 2014 Spotlight: Hacking Princess Culture: Girls, Games and Science
Hacking Princess Culture: Girls, Games and Science will take place on Sunday, March 9, 2014 from 12:30- 1:30 p.m. at the Long Center as part of the SXSW Gaming Session. Admission is FREE and open […]
Events
SXSW 2014 Spotlight: Storytelling
Austin’s thriving storytelling community (true, personal stories told live) supports FOUR unofficial SXSW storytelling events in FOUR days that don’t require a wristband. The events showcase the best of local authors and performers, along with […]
Camps
Summer Camp with Kidventure
With Spring Break just around the corner, it’s time to start focusing on summer vacation. More specifically, it’s time to start thinking about which camp your kids will attend this summer. It will be here […]
Events
SXSW 2014 Spotlight: Girls Rock Camp
Join Girls Rock Austin on Friday, March 14, 2014 from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. for their Unofficial SXSW Day Party. The event will take place at Cherrywood Coffeehouse (1401 E. 38 1/2 St., Austin). […]
Camps
Spring Break Camp Sessions Available at Fantastic Magic Camp
For the first time ever, Magic Camp will offer a one-week camp over AISD’s spring break! The camp will run from March 10th through March 14th, 2014. Whether your child is an experienced Magic Camper […]
Austin Music Mama
SXSW 2014 Spotlight: KGSR Live Broadcast at the W
If you want a taste of SXSW Music but don’t have a wristband, KGSR’s live broadcast at the W Austin is the way to go! A $5 donation to the Make a Wish Foundation gets […]
Weekday Events
Weekday Events for Austin Families, March 3-7, 2014
Monday Baby Bloomers – Monday, March 3 from 9:00 a.m. to Noon. There will be plenty of purple this week at Baby Bloomers as children age 0-3 and their families make their own paint and […]
Austin
“Global Citizen Nights” Concert Series Coming to Austin March 10th
The Global Poverty Project recently announced Global Citizen Nights, a series of free, ticketed concerts that will bring major artists to intimate venues as part of the movement to end extreme poverty by 2030. Global […]
Austin Music Mama
Your Guide to Family-Friendly Fun During SXSW 2014
Are you ready for thousands of hipsters, music execs and tourists to descend upon our fair city? Ready or not, South by Southwest (although it’s rarely called that, in favor of SX or SXSW) will […]