Ask the Expert
Kids and Hot Cars Don’t Mix
These days we have so much information at our fingertips to help solve any parenting dilemma (admittedly, most of the times we may have too much). You could argue the Internet was both the best […]
summer
Austin Music Mama
What’s Your Summer Jam
Summer is the season for road tripping and singing out loud with the windows rolled down! We asked some of our friends and favorite Kindie artists “What’s your Summer Jam?” Both family-friendly and their own […]
Camps
2015 Summer Camp Guide
American Robotics Academy What does it take to create a remote controlled robot that can walk, drive and turn in any direction? Reach out for, grab, throw or release objects on? Move and act as […]
Austin
Applications Open For Austin Global Youth Peace Summit
Global Youth Peace Summit from The Amala Foundation on Vimeo. The Amala Foundation is a humanitarian service organization based right here in Austin that provides personal growth and leadership development opportunities to over 1,500 youth […]
Camps
Spring Break and Summer Camp Discounts
Looking for a spring break or summer camp for your child? Take advantage of these discounts offered by Austin-area camps! For more camp listings, be sure to download the 2015 Austin Camp Guide. American […]
Camps
2015 Austin Camp Guide
Looking for a Spring Break or Summer Camp for your child? Check out LiveMom’s comprehensive 2015 Austin Area Camp Guide. We’ve partnered with Free Fun in Austin and 365 Things to do in Austin, Texas […]
Weekday Events
What’s Up Weekly: June 16-20, 2014
This week’s edition of What’s Up? Weekly is brought to you by Bright Horizons at Bee Cave, a new early education and preschool center which will be opening in Bee Cave in early 2015! Bright […]
Features
Austin Area Splash Pads
Thanks to FreeFuninAustin.com for sharing this amazing list of splash pads with us! Austin Bailey Park – Open May 17 – September 7, 2014 daily from 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. 1101 W. 33rd St. […]
Weekday Events
What’s Up Weekly: June 9-13, 2014
Looking for more fun stuff to do this summer? Print out the I ♥ Austin Summer Fun Checklist. Your kids will stay active and they can earn prizes from local businesses! Happening All Week Alamo […]
Events
Event: ATK Kids Back to Summer Shopping
One of the great things about Austin is how the community rallies to support local, homegrown businesses. On Saturday, May 31st, Austinites can gather again in support of local kid-focused brands to shop for the […]
Events
Event: MetroMoms Austin Best Toys of the Summer
The biggest toy event of the summer is happening on June 4th at Newk’s Cafe in the Arboretum! Attendees will draw a number and will then get to pick one of the best toys this […]
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 […]
Weekday Events
Weekday Events: August 19-23, 2013
IKEA Kid’s Day- Monday, August 19, all day. Free arts and crafts activities in our restaurant with the Girl Scouts of Central Texas. Activities are geared toward boys and girls aged 4-10. IKEA, 1 Ikea […]
Weekday Events
Weekday Events: August 12-16, 2013
Movie Monday at Amy’s Ice Cream: Hercules-Monday, August 12 at dusk. FREE!! Amy’s Ice Creams, 5624 Burnet Rd. Baby Play Group – Monday, August 12 from 3:30-4:30pm. FREE! We sing songs, play with a parachute and […]
Weekend Events
The Weekenders: Events for Austin Families, August 9-11, 2013
Pflugerville Music in the Park (The Zak Perry Band)– Friday, August 9 from 7:30- 9:30pm. This summer’s schedule provides a unique variety of entertainment. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, picnic baskets, friends and neighbors for […]
Weekday Events
Weekday Events: August 5-9, 2013
Arts and Crafts at IKEA– Monday, August 5, happening all day. FREE arts and crafts activities in the restaurant with the Girl Scouts of Central Texas. Activities are geared toward boys and girls aged 4-10. […]
Weekday Events
Weekday Events: July 29- August 2, 2013
Movie Monday at Amy’s Ice Cream: Space Jame– Monday, July 29 at dusk. FREE!! Amy’s Ice Creams, 5624 Burnet Rd. Baby Play Group – Monday, July 29 from 3:30-4:30pm. FREE! We sing songs, play with a […]
Weekday Events
Weekday Events: July 22-26, 2013
Arts and Crafts at IKEA– Monday, July 22 happening all day. FREE arts and crafts activities in the restaurant with the Girl Scouts of Central Texas. Activities are geared toward boys and girls aged 4-10. […]
Weekday Events
Weekday Events: July 15-19, 2013
Movie Monday at Amy’s Ice Cream: Monsters Inc.– Monday, July 15 at dusk. FREE!! Amy’s Ice Creams, 5624 Burnet Rd. Baby Play Group – Monday, July 15 from 3:30-4:30pm. FREE! We sing songs, play with a […]
Weekend Events
The Weekenders: Events for Austin Families, July 12-14, 2013
Pflugerville Music in the Park (The Rust Tones)– Friday, July 12 from 7:30- 9:30pm. This summer’s schedule provides a unique variety of entertainment. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, picnic baskets, friends and neighbors for a […]
Features
Take It Like a Tourist: Inner Space Cavern
As you might have noticed, this summer we are running a few new regular features. On Wednesdays, we’re writing about taking on the city as tourists — even though we live here. So, we might write […]
Events
Weekday Events: July 8-12, 2013
Arts and Crafts at IKEA– Monday, July 8 happening all day. FREE arts and crafts activities in the restaurant with the Girl Scouts of Central Texas. Activities are geared toward boys and girls aged 4-10. […]
Features
Urban Roots at the Hyatt Regency
In keeping with its new food and beverage philosophy focused on local sourcing and healthy food and beverage options, the Hyatt Regency Downtown on the Lake has forged a new partnership with local non-profit Urban […]
Weekday Events
Weekday Events: June 24- 28, 2013
Music for Kids: Lucas Miller– Monday, June 24 at 4pm. The Music Division of the City of Austin offers a spectacular music series for families featuring a variety of Austin singer-songwriters. For ages 5 and […]
Events
2013 Summer Reading Programs
We are a couple of weeks into summer vacation. Are your kids bored yet? Have you run out of summer-y fun things to do? We have hit up our local library once each week since […]
Events
Weekday Events: June 17-21, 2013
Baby Play Group – Monday, June 17th from 3:30-4:30pm at Baby Earth, 106 East Old Settlers Boulevard, Suite D100, Round Rock. FREE. We sing songs, play with a parachute and let babies have lots of […]
Recipes
Thursday’s Dish: Cool Noodles for Hot Temps
We may have enjoyed a nice, cool spring, but make no mistake — summer is here. There’s no complaining from my corner (yet), but it’s getting hot. Yes, it’s approaching that time of year where […]
Austin
2013 Family-Friendly Free and Cheap Summer Movie Options
Indoor Movie Options Paramount Kids Classics Cost: Film Fan Admission with Card at Box Office – $6 Online Advance Admission – $8 Telephone and Box Office Admission – $10 This year we are excited to announce […]
Austin
Austin Area Splash Pads for 2013
Austin Bailey Park – Open May 18 – September 8, 2013 daily from 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. 1101 W. 33rd Street. (Photos) Bartholomew Park – Open May 18 – September 8, 2013 daily from 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Bartholomew Park, […]
Austin
It’s Snow Cone Season!
We are just weeks away from the official start of summer, and in Central Texas, that means blazing hot temperatures. Cool treats are always a great way to beat the heat. In recent years, it […]