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Outdoor Movies in Austin
There’s something refreshingly retro about packing up a picnic and blankey to watch a movie outdoors on a warm summer night. If you wax nostalgic about that time you saw Star Wars at a Galveston […]
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Becker Elementary’s Pachanga Dance Party
Becker Elementary, one of the first two-way dual language schools in Austin, is hosting the 5th Annual Pachanga Dance Party on Friday, April 15th, from 5:30-7:30pm. Well known to Austin families, Becker’s Pachanga events are […]
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The Weekenders: Events for Austin Families, April 8-10, 2016
Friday, April 8, 2016 The Thinkery’s 2nd Annual Family Night: Bricks & Blocks Bonanza – 6:30-8:30pm. Calling all brick building fans! The Thinkery’s 2nd Annual Bricks & Blocks Bonanza Family Night is designed for brick […]
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The Weekenders: Events for Austin Families, April 1-3, 2016
Happening All Weekend HONK!TX – Friday, Saturday & Sunday. HONK!TX is a nonprofit, community-driven festival that brings street and brass bands from around the country to perform a wide variety of genres for FREE in […]
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The Weekenders: Events for Austin Families, March 5-6, 2016
Spend the weekend doing fun activities in Austin with your family! Saturday, March 5, 2016 It’s My Park Day – 9 a.m., It’s My Park Day is the biggest city-wide volunteer event that brings thousands […]
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Giveaway: VIP Bags for Rock + Read at the Domain
Gather your friends and family on Sunday, March 20, 2016 for Rock + Read, a free book and music fest happening at the Domain. Get out and enjoy one last hurrah of Spring Break / […]
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The Weekenders: Events for Austin Families, February 27-28, 2016
Saturday, February 27, 2016 Nature in Motion – 10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Come join us for family fun and learn about motion and nature! FREE! Austin Nature and Science Center, 2389 Stratford Drive. Pippi […]
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Event: Kite Festival and Kite Making Workshop
The ABC Zilker Kite Festival is scheduled for Sunday, March 6, 2016 from 10 am – 5 pm, at the beautiful Zilker Park! This annual event includes several kite flying contests for both kids and […]
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The Weekender: Events for Austin Families, February 20-21, 2016
Saturday, February 20, 2016 Outdoor Adventure Day – 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., Like the first explorers of Texas, we will travel down the Colorado River, navigate through the woods and climb to great heights. […]
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The Weekenders: Events for Austin Families, February 13-14, 2016
Saturday, February 13, 2016 Sweetheart Storytime (Cedar Park) – 10-10:30 a.m., Join us for special Sweetheart Storytime! We’ll have stories, songs, and crafts all about love. Sweet treats will also be served. Cedar Park Public […]
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The Weekenders: January 30-31, 2016
Saturday, January 30, 2016 Free Croissant at all Austin-area la Madeleine locations! Free Day of Dance – 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., Over 180 FREE dance classes offered all over the Austin area in Country, Swing, […]
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Weekly Planner: January 25-31, 2016
Monday, January 25, 2016 Baby Bloomers: Fairy Tales – 9 a.m. – noon. You don’t have to climb a beanstalk to get to the Thinkery! Come on over and build your own sprout house, walk […]
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Weekenders: January 23 & 24, 2016
Saturday, January 23, 2016 Tree Talk Winter Walk – 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Celebrate Texas trees in the Arboretum while learning about trees for your yard, ideal trees for wildlife, and tree care. We […]
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Weekly Planner: January 18-24, 2016
Monday, January 18, 2016 Mr. Will’s Music Class at Whole Foods Kid’s Club (Bee Cave) – 10 a.m., Mr. Will plays classics, covers and original music. Kids can dance and sing to their hearts delight! […]
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The Weekenders: January 15-18, 2016 {Bonus MLK, Jr. Day}
Friday, January 15, 2016 Live Music at Central Market North – 6:30-9:00 p.m., Casa Loma Playboys. FREE! Central Market, 4001 N Lamar Blvd, Austin. Friday Night Storytime (Round Rock) – 7 p.m., Enjoy two delightful […]
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Weekly Planner: January 11-17, 2016
Monday, January 11, 2016 Baby Bloomers: Fairy Tales – 9 a.m. – noon. Avoid the troll as you make your way to the Thinkery to learn more about Three Billy Goats Gruff! Join us as […]
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The Weekenders: Events for Austin Families, January 8-10, 2016
What’s happening this weekend in Austin? Check out these family-friendly events for the weekend of January 8-10, 2016! Friday, January 8, 2016 Norm of the North Crafternoon – 3:30 p.m., Join us for a special […]
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Weekly Planner: January 4-10, 2016
Monday, January 4, 2016 Whole Foods Ice Skating on the Plaza – 10 a.m. – 9 p.m., Tickets are $10 and include skate rental. Whole Foods, 525 N. Lamar Blvd. Mr. Will’s Music Class at […]
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Event: PBS Kids Is Coming To The Alamo Drafthouse
Alamo Drafthouse recently announced a year-long partnership with PBS KIDS to bring high-quality family programming to the big screen. Starting in January, Alamo locations in Austin and 11 other cities will host regular “PBS KIDS […]
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Event: AISD High School Showcase
Austin ISD invites students, their families and the community to the inaugural High School Showcase! The showcase takes place from 9 a.m.–noon Jan. 9 at the Palmer Events Center. This free event is open to […]
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Austin Public Library’s 2016 Book Clubs Starting in January
Do you love reading, but need an excuse to get motivated? Stop procrastinating and start the New Year off right, by joining a Book Club at the Austin Public Library! Read and discover new books, […]
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Weekly Planner Extended: December 21 – January 3, 2016
Welcome to Holiday Break, 2015! We’ve put together an extended planner as we’ll be taking a little time off to spend with our friends and family. Happy Holidays! Happening Daily Mozart’s Light Show – 6 […]
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Event: Shake Up The Way You Shop, until 12/23
The Domain, in collaboration with Bank of America and Starcom, invites area shoppers to experience “Shake Up the Way You Shop,” a 3-dimensional anamorphic installation designed by Dutch pop-surrealist Leon Keer. Designed specifically for the […]
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Holiday Weekender: December 18-20, 2015
Happening All Weekend 40th Annual Armadillo Christmas Bazaar – Opening December 15 and running through December 24, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Hot music, fine art, and cold beer make the Armadillo Christmas Bazaar […]
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Event: 40th Annual Armadillo Christmas Bazaar, 12/15-12/24
Hot music, fine art and cold beer have made the Armadillo Christmas Bazaar the place where Austin shops in the giving season. The show is one of Austin’s longest running art and music festivals with […]
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Weekly Planner: December 14-20, 2015
Happening Daily 40th Annual Armadillo Christmas Bazaar – Opening December 15 and running through December 24, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Hot music, fine art, and cold beer make the Armadillo Christmas Bazaar the […]
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Event: Austin Wear Orange Walk, 12/13
Join supporters of Moms Demand Action, Texas Gun Sense, and Gun-Free UT for a Wear Orange Walk. Gather at the South Steps of the Capitol to hear from local gun violence survivors and community leaders […]
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Special Edition Weekender: December 11-13, 2015
Friday, December 11, 2015 Invincible Czars 6:30-9 p.m., The band plays The Nutcracker and more. FREE! Central Market, 4001 North Lamar Blvd. Ebenezer’s Journey: A Dickens’ Christmas Story – 7–10 p.m., This special interactive program based […]
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Event: Light the Night Chanukkah Family Celebration, 12/13
The Hebrew Preparatory School is hosting a Chanukkah Family Celebration for kids of all ages. The free, glow in the dark event will include an ice menorah, a fire juggler and activites and food. Family […]
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Weekly Planner: December 7-13, 2015
Happening Daily Austin Trail of Lights – Opening December 8 and running through December 22, from 7-10 p.m. nightly. Visit the AustinTrail of Lights and take a spin under the Zilker Tree! Kids will enjoy an […]
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Special Holiday Edition Weekend Events: December 4-6, 2015
Wondering what’s happening this weekend in Austin, Texas? Check out the events below to plan your weekend fun for the family. Friday, December 4, 2015 Lakeway’s Lights On! – A Holiday Celebration – 6-8 p.m., […]
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Event: Holiday Sing-Along & Downtown Stroll, 12/5
The annual Holiday Sing-Along & Downtown Stroll is a FREE, family-friendly event that celebrates the arrival of the holiday season and the joy it brings. The evening starts at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 5, […]
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Event: 2015 Lights of Love 5k, 12/4
Set against a backdrop of twinkling lights, the 8th Annual Lights of Love 5K and Family Fun Run on December 4, 2015 kicks off the holiday season. The fun begins in the Mueller Hangar with […]
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December 2015 Austin Music Mama Special Edition: Holiday Concerts
We generally use this space to list live music options for a mamas night out or date night, but in the spirit of the season, we are listing all the holiday concerts we could find […]
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Event: Community Chanukah Celebration, 12/6
Austin’s Community Chanukah Celebration features Latkepalooza with celebrity chefs spearheaded by Chef Shawn Cirkiel, activities & entertainment for all ages. Enjoy food and drink from: Amy’s Ice Creams Gold Star Kettle Corn Guns & Oil […]
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Weekly Planner: November 30 – December 6, 2015
Happening Daily Whole Foods Ice Skating on the Plaza – 10 a.m. – 9 p.m., Tickets are $10 and include skate rental. Whole Foods, 525 N. Lamar Blvd. Tinplate Trackers’ Holiday Model Train Exhibit (Round […]
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Event: Austin Public Library’s Mario Kart 8 for Wii U Gaming Tournament Winter 2015/2016
Are you ready to put the virtual pedal to the metal? Compete in the winter Mario Kart 8 for Nintendo Wii U Gaming Tournament at the Austin Public Library. Mario Kart 8 for Nintendo Wii […]
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Event: Holiday Benefit Book Launch With Austin Authors, 12/5
Join children’s authors Jennifer Ziegler and Chris Barton at BookPeople on Saturday, December 5, 2015 at 4pm as they celebrate their new holiday-themed books, Revenge of the Angels and The Nutcracker Comes to America. Buy […]
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Event: Zilker Holiday Tree Lighting, 11/29
The Austin Parks and Recreation Department is hosting the 49th Annual Zilker Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony. Join emcee Quita Culpepper, Mayor Steve Adler, and Austin Parks and Recreation Director Sara Hensley as they kick off […]
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Event: Austin Public Library’s Play Read Grow! Training Events, 2015-2016
The Austin Public Library has an early literacy training for parents and caregivers: Play Read Grow! This training is specially designed for those with children under age 5 and will share tools, resources and techniques […]
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Weekly Planner: November 23-29, 2015
Monday, November 23, 2015 Baby Bloomers: Community Helpers (Doctors) – 9-10 a.m., Grab a stethoscope and learn how doctors help to keep us healthy and care for us when we’re sick! Make your very own doctor’s […]
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Where To Take Out Of Town Guests In Austin During The 2015 Holiday Season
As I attempt to get the house in order in preparation for our first visitors of the holiday season, ideas pop into my head of the things we can do. Where would they like to […]
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Event: Mozart’s Coffee Roasters Holiday Lights Show, Starting 11/20/2015
Mozart’s Coffee Roasters’ popular holiday lights show is back! Starting on Friday, November 20, 2015 and running through the first week of 2016, head over to the coffee shop’s outdoor deck to enjoy a 12-minute […]
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Event: School of Rock Austin’s Texas Fest 2015, 11/21
School of Rock Austin Presents Texas Fest 2015, a showcase afternoon of all things School of Rock Texas here in Austin! The event features: * Preview sets of each of the shows in our current […]
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Event: Architects of Air, 11/20-11/29
Architects of Air, an amazingly huge walk-through art installation, contemplative space, homage to geometry and receptacle of light and color, is returning to the West Lawn of the Long Center on November 20-29, 2015. Architects […]
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Event: Austin Museum Store Holiday Sales and Events, 2015
Looking for a unique gift this holiday season? Austin’s museums have some great stuff in their gift shops, and many of them have special events and sales during the holidays! Here’s what we found that […]
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2015 Austin Area Holiday Happenings
Hill Country Galleria’s Tree Lighting Ceremony & Santa’s Arrival – November 19, 6 p.m. Hill Country Galleria, 12700 Hill Country Blvd., Bee Cave The fun starts at 6pm in the outdoor amphitheater with a special […]
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Event: Tinplate Trackers Bring Model Trains to ArtSpace, Starting 11/25
Train lovers of all ages will enjoy the Tinplate Trackers’ Holiday Model Train Exhibit, which will take place starting November 25, 2015 and will run into the new year. The Tinplate Trackers is an Austin-based […]
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Event: Austin Empty Bowl Project, 11/22
The Austin Empty Bowl Project is an effort by Austin area potters to fight hunger. Always the Sunday before Thanksgiving, this annual family-friendly event invites you to select your favorite from thousands of locally crafted […]
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Weekly Planner: November 16-22, 2015
Many thanks to KLRU for sponsoring the Weekly Planner! Take note: KLRU schedule changes, which started November 2nd, include Sesame Street airing at 9 a.m. on weekdays while Curious George, Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood and Arthur […]