Austin
Things To Do In Austin With Infants And Toddlers (Ages 0-2)
Got an infant or a toddler and are looking for an excuse to get out of the house? Here are our ideas of things to do in Austin with your little ones: Alamo Drafthouse – […]
September 2015
Austin Theatre Mama
October 2015 Austin Theatre Roundup for Kids and Adults
There’s no doubt that Austin is flush with creative, artistic individuals. Beyond the live music shows that we’re so well-known for, Austin is also home to a thriving performing arts scene. While it make take […]
Events
Event: Go Fish! Learn to Fish at McKinney Falls State Park, 10/10
Want to go fishing or take your kids fishing, but don’t know where to start? Families can learn the basics of fishing through fun, hands-on activities at Go Fish! events at Texas State Parks. Head […]
Austin Music Mama
2015 ACL Weekend One Picks
For two consecutive three-day weekends in October, Austin rolls out the green carpet of Zilker’s Great Lawn to welcome the over 100 bands and artists who play the Austin City Limits Music Festival, or, as […]
Austin
This School Year, Let’s Hope Our Girls Fail
I know, I know. That might be a startling statement. Hang in there with me. When our kids start a new school year, we embark upon a new chapter of their young lives. New classes, […]
Events
Adult & Child Workshops At The Contemporary Austin Art School
This fall at the Contemporary Austin’s Adult & Child Workshops, make art inspired by the festive new season, explore storytelling through claymation, or create homemade gifts for the holidays at Laguna Gloria. See the schedule […]
Austin
Five Reasons I’m Attending The Texas Conference For Women {And A Giveaway, Plus A Way To Save}
The 16th Annual Texas Conference for Women is coming up on Thursday, October 15th. The full-day conference brings thousands of women together from across the state for networking, inspiration, professional development and personal growth. More […]
Austin Music Mama
ACL 2015 Must-See Band: The Suffers
For two consecutive three-day weekends in October, Austin rolls out the green carpet of Zilker’s Great Lawn to welcome the over 100 bands and artists who play the Austin City Limits Music Festival, or, as […]
Main
Deal: Holiday Mini Sessions
Holiday Mini Sessions with Bonnie Berry are now being scheduled. That’s right, people… the holidays are fast approaching. Bonnie has a keen eye for capturing her subject’s beauty and personality. With her behind the lens, […]
Features
Weekly Planner: September 27 – October 4, 2015
Monday, September 28, 2015 Baby Bloomers: Nursery Rhymes – 9 a.m. to noon. Join us as we explore twinkling stars and other things that glow! We will explore glow in the dark foam, create starry […]
Austin Music Mama
ACL 2015 Must-See Band: Night Drive
For two consecutive three-day weekends in October, Austin rolls out the green carpet of Zilker’s Great Lawn to welcome the over 100 bands and artists who play the Austin City Limits Music Festival, or, as […]
Events
Top 10 Fall Events in Austin
Do you get easily overwhelmed this time of year with so many fall carnivals, festivals and Halloween events? It’s impossible to be at all of the fun events happening this fall in the Austin-area, so […]
Weekend Events
The Weekenders: September 25 – 27, 2015
What’s happening this weekend in Austin? A lot, my friend! Friday, September 25, 2015 Fall Madness Comic Book Swap – 3-7 p.m., Bring your old comics in good condition and a bag for the new […]
Austin Music Mama
ACL 2015 Must-See Band: Muddy Magnolias
For two consecutive three-day weekends in October, Austin rolls out the green carpet of Zilker’s Great Lawn to welcome the over 100 bands and artists who play the Austin City Limits Music Festival, or, as […]
Features
Feature: Nick Cantrell, Founder of the Junior Bike League
Here at LiveMom, we love meeting new moms (and dads) doing interesting things around town. Our monthly features give us an excuse to learn more about these hardworking Austinites. Although at times I thought my […]
Austin
2015 Trail of Lights Fun Run Early Bird Registration Deadline Approaching
The 2015 Trail of Lights Fun Run will be held on Saturday, December 5 and for you early birds, registration is now open. The early bird registration deadline ends on September 30th at midnight. Part […]
Events
Regal Theatres My Way Sensory-Friendly Matinees
In partnership with Puzzles International and the autism community, Regal Cinemas brings you My Way Matinee. This program is a way for individuals, families and friends to enjoy a morning at the movies in a […]
Events
Date Night Giveaway: Comedy of Errors
Looking for a fun date night idea? Austin Scottish Rite Theater produces plays for the entire family, but they want to make sure that the parents get out to have some fun, too! They are […]
Events
Event: American Indian Heritage Day, 9/25
Join the Bullock Museum and Great Promise for American Indians in celebrating the 3rd Annual American Indian Heritage Day on Friday, September 25, 2015 from 9am until 8:30pm. The Texas State Legislature named the last […]
Austin Music Mama
What to Wear and What To Bring to the Austin City Limits Music Festival (ACL)
For two consecutive three-day weekends in October, Austin rolls out the green carpet of Zilker’s Great Lawn to welcome the over 100 bands and artists who play the Austin City Limits Music Festival, or, as […]
Ask the Expert
Ask the Expert: How Do I Treat My Child’s Sports Injury?
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 […]
Austin Reading Mama
Local Author Reading List: Mary Helen Specht
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 […]
Events
Event: Happy Birthdays First Birthday Bash, 10/25
Recently, we told you about Sharing Happy Birthdays, the non-profit organization that Suzanne Gladden started with the hopes that, one day, every child in Austin would be able to have a birthday party. Happy Birthdays […]
Austin Music Mama
ACL 2015 Must-See Band: The Wind and The Wave
For two consecutive three-day weekends in October, Austin rolls out the green carpet of Zilker’s Great Lawn to welcome the over 100 bands and artists who play the Austin City Limits Music Festival, or, as […]
Austin
Franklin BBQ: Austin Bucket List for 2015
We say it all the time, but we do truly believe it: Austin is an amazing place to raise a family. With this in mind, we’re on a mission to go discover all the things […]
Events
Event: Community Art Sundays With Creative Action
Creative Action is bringing back Community Art Sundays this fall! Community Art Sundays celebrate community spirit through dance, music, food, gardening, parades, and inventing. Hosted at the Center for Creative Action, these inclusive, FREE family-friendly […]
Features
Weekly Planner: September 21-27, 2015
What’s happening this week in Austin? We’ve got plenty of family-friendly events all week long, including the weekend, to keep your family busy! Monday, September 21, 2015 Baby Bloomers: Nursery Rhymes – 9 a.m. to […]
Events
Event: Hush Hush Music Bash
Austin City Limits Music Festival is right around the corner. With so many fabulous musicians coming in for the festival, the whole city will benefit from the free fringe concerts that pop up all over […]
Features
Celebrate Oktoberfest 2015 in Austin
Save yourself some time and money by celebrating Oktoberfest in Austin instead of Munich! There are plenty of options to celebrate, most are kid-friendly, and all are sure to offer an abundance of fun. Easy […]
Austin Foodie Mama
Making Cooking Fun For Kids (And For Parents)
Like life, cooking is messy, sometimes complicated, occasionally dangerous and at best outrageous fun. It is also a practical art and skill that can be rewarding on many levels. Like: you get to eat a […]
Austin Theatre Mama
Giveaway: ZACH Theatre’s Winnie the Pooh
ZACH Theatre’s Winnie the Pooh kicks off the opening of the 2015-2016 Family Series to a sold out crowd! Kids ages 3 and up will enjoy ZACH’s newest production that includes Pooh, Eeyore, Piglet, and […]
Events
Event: Made With Code With Google Fiber and the Digital Inclusion Team, 9/19
The Austin Public Library, the City of Austin’s Digital Inclusion Program and Google Fiber invite families to an open house on Saturday, September 19 from 1 to 4 PM at the Ruiz Branch, 1600 Grove […]
Austin
Explore Austin: 5 Best Parks in North Austin & the ‘Burbs
Oh, Austin. From your people to your outdoor spaces to your laid-back vibe, it’s no wonder people are flocking to our town in droves. For parents, a great way to get out of the house […]
Events
Event: Bug Night Out at the Wildflower Center, 10/2
Enjoy a rare opportunity to see the Wildflower Center at night and explore the many insects in the gardens on Friday, October 2nd from 6-9pm. Come early and enjoy a bug-themed dinner in the Café […]
Austin
Kids Fall and Winter Sports Leagues in Greater Austin
Have you been wanting to get your child on a sports team, but not sure what it out there? Is he or she on a team, but ready to try another sport? There is a […]
Events
Event: Batman Day at Dragon’s Lair Comics, 9/26
September 26, 2015, Batman Day, is all about the caped crusader! Dragon’s Lair Comics & Fantasy is going to be celebrating the Dark Knight in a bunch of different ways! Batman Day at Dragon’s Lair […]
Austin
Event: KGSR’s ACL Morning Broadcast, 10/2 & 10/3
Kick off your 2015 Austin City Limits Music Festival festivities with KGSR’s Morning Show Live Broadcast at Threadgill’s World Headquarters! The morning show live broadcast happens Friday and Saturday, October 2nd and 3rd from 8am […]
Austin
Your Guide to 2015 Austin Museum Day
On Sunday, September 20, 2015 from 10:00am to 5:00pm, Austin museums open their doors for a free city-wide celebration of art, culture, history, music, nature and science. More than forty museums in the greater Austin […]
Austin
Mt. Playmore: Austin Bucket List for 2015
We say it all the time, but we do truly believe it: Austin is an amazing place to raise a family. With this in mind, we’re on a mission to go discover all the things […]
Features
Weekly Planner: September 14-20, 2015
Monday, September 14, 2015 Signing Storytime with The Signing Connection (Round Rock) – 10:00am – 10:30am., Join the Baby Signing Time revolution! This class is geared for children 0-5 years and their parents. Amy from […]
Austin
Gourmet By Numbers Grand Opening In North Austin
Gourmet By Numbers, a local startup committed to keeping Austin cooking by providing fresh, ready-to-cook meal kits, is proud to announce the grand opening of their brick and mortar store in North Austin at 7318 […]
Events
Event: Little Helping Hands Big Night Out 2015, 9/26
Time to call those babysitters, because one of our favorite non-profits in town, Little Helping Hands, is having its 4th annual Big Night Out on Saturday, September 26 from 6:30-10:30pm at the Mexican American Cultural […]
Austin
20 Austin Care Package Ideas
Have you ever wanted to assemble a very Austin care package? My goddaughter just left the state for college, and my mom and I wanted to put together a little something exciting for her to […]
Austin Music Mama
Event: Girls Rock Austin’s Rock-A-Thon, 9/24
Girls Rock Austin is hosting its Second Annual Rock-A-Thon on Thursday, September 24th from 6-10pm at Cheer Up Charlie’s. All proceeds will go toward the organization’s mission of empowering girls and women through music and […]
Weekend Events
Weekend Events: September 11-13, 2015
Looking forward to the weekend? So are we! Here are some fun activities to keep your family busy this weekend. Friday, September 11, 2015 Keeping Kids Safe Project– 3 -7 pm. FREE Digital fingerprint and […]
Events
Event: Terra Toys 35th Birthday PARTY!!
Come celebrate Terra Toys’ 35th Birthday and the official grand opening of the store’s new espresso bar, the Wind-Up! Enjoy FREE birthday cake, party games, drink specials, plus exclusive Terra Toys screen printed T-shirts and […]
Volunteer
How To Help Refugees Internationally And In Austin
Many of us have felt heartsick, seeing images of families fleeing the Middle East and making their way over land and water in search of a better life. The inevitable questions come: how can we […]
Events
Event: Pediatric Meet & Greet at Scott & White Healthcare Round Rock, 9/16
New to town? Looking for a new pediatrician with a new school year starting? Expecting? If so, you might be interested in this upcoming event. PEDIATRICIAN MEET & GREET Choosing a Pediatrician for your child […]
Reviews
Review: Cirque du Soleil’s Kooza
To watch a Cirque du Soleil show is to gaze in wonder. It turns us back into children, mouths agape and eyes wide. The newest traveling show, Kooza, is no exception. Punctuated by interludes with […]
Bullet Point Coffee Shop Reviews
Bullet Point Coffee Shop Review: Quack’s 43rd Street Bakery
A few years ago, we started a series called Bullet Point Coffee Shop Reviews. At the time, Catherine was consoling herself with the loss of her “old Austin” favorites, Cafe Mundi and Little City, and […]