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May 19, 2013
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Getting Ready for Spring/Summer Outdoor Fun
It's been a long winter for some of us in northern climates, but it looks like it's finally spring and time to get ready for outdoor activities.
Here’s part of my spring to-do list to help you get ready for kid-friendly outings.
Kid’s Clothes
- Check “spring” jackets and rain coats to see if they fit.
- Check out last year’s rain boots and try them on.
- Locate ball caps and sun hats.
- Spend some time with your kids trying on summer shoes, t-shirts, and shorts to ...
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Summer Color Wreath
What you need:
- cocktail umbrellas (check party supply stores)
- Styrofoam wreath
What you do:
Easily poke the toothpick umbrellas into your wreath form. MORE is better in this case! Use a variety of sizes for interest!
HAVE fun! : )
Monday, May 20 through Sunday, May 26 - Events at Baby Earth (Round Rock Tx)
Where: BabyEarth 106 E. Old Settlers Blvd Round Rock, TxWhen: See scheduleWho: FamiliesHow: just show upCost: most Free, check schedule firstFor more info: Baby Earth Facebook Page
Monday, May 20 through Sunday, May 26 - Georgetown Tx Events
Where: Georgetown Edition of Macaroni KidWhen: check out the calendarWho: All AgesHow: see websiteCost: see websiteFor more info: http://www.Georgetown.MacaroniKid.com/calendar/
Monday, May 20 through Sunday, May 26 - City of Austin Event Calendar
- Check out the Calendar for Austin Events
Where: check the website to get all the detailsWhen: Activities around AustinWho: fun for the whole familyHow: just show up to most events (check website for special instructions)Cost: most events are Free, check scheduleFor more info: City of Austin Calendar
Monday, May 20 through Sunday, May 26 - SW Austin - Westlake Events
Where: SW Austin - Westlake Edition of Macaroni KidWhen: n/aWho: all agesHow: see websiteCost: see websiteFor more info: http://SWAustin.macaronikid.com/calendar/
Monday, May 20 through Sunday, May 26 - Round Rock - Cedar Park Events
Where: Round Rock Edition of Macaroni KidWhen: n/aWho: all agesHow: see websiteCost: see websiteFor more info: http://RoundRock.macaronikid.com/calendar/
Monday, May 20 - Baby Bloomers @ the Austin Children's Museum
Where: 201 Colorado St. Austin, TxWhen: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Every Monday)Who: Austin Children's MuseumHow: just show upCost:
- $6.50 for 2 years and older
- $4.50 for 12-23 month olds
- Free for 12 months and under
For more info: 472-2499 • www.austinkids.org or Museum Calendar: http://www.austinkids.org/Calendar.aspx
Monday, May 20 - Infant Story Time at Wells Branch Library
Where: Wells Branch Library 15001 Wells Port Drive Austin TxWhen: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM (every Monday)Who: ages 0-18 mths and their caregiversHow: just show upCost: FreeFor more info: 512-989-3188 http://www.wblibrary.org
Monday, May 20 - Toddler Storytime @ Wells Branch Library
Where: Wells Branch Community Library 15001 Wells Port Drive Austin, Tx 78728When: 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM (every Monday)Who: 12-24 months and their caregiversHow: 12-24 months oldCost: FreeFor more info: 512-989-3188 http://www.wblibrary.org/news-events
Monday, May 20 through Sunday, May 26 - Congress Ave Bridge World's Largest Bat Colony
www.BatCon.orgWhere: For updates and approximate emergence times, please call the Austin American-Statesman/Bat Conservation International's - Bat Hot Line: 512-416-5700 (Category 3636) for the latest flight times.When: 7:30 PM (check the Bat Hot Line (arrive early to park))Who: City of Austin Town Lake Bridge on Congress AvenueHow: just show up The Austin American-Statesman's Bat Observation Center is on the southeast side of the Congress Ave BridgeCost: Free ~ For best viewing, bring your blankets and picnic baskets and watch from the Austin American-Statesman's Bat Observation Center. There are also tours by Capital Cruises Boat Tours or Lone Star Riverboat. They are located just west of the bridge below the Hyatt-Regency Hotel.For more info: Bat Con Website May update from Bat Con Website Note: there are no restrooms, no food vendors, no chairs
Monday, May 20 through Tuesday, May 21 - Texas Stars Hockey
- May 20-21
Where: Cedar Park CenterWhen: 7:30 PMWho: for the whole familyHow: purchase tickets online or at the box officeCost: from $11 - $64For more info: Cedar Park Center Website
Tuesday, May 21 - Pottery Barn Kids Events
Where: Barton Creek Mall 2901 S. Capital of Texas Hwy Austin, TxWhen: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AMWho: Pottery Barn KidsHow: call store to confirm 512.328.5030Cost: freeFor more info: Website 512.328.5030
Tuesday, May 21 - Chick Fil A (MoPac and Parmer Lane)
Where: MoPac and Parmer LaneWhen: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PMWho: Chick Fil AHow: just show upCost: FreeFor more info: Website
Tuesday, May 21 - Story Time and Craft at Wells Branch Library
Where: 15001 Wells Port Drive Austin Tx 78728When: 6:00 PM (and 7:00 pm Every Tuesday night (tickets to RSVP available at 6:00 pm) 2 sessions -30 min long)Who: Wells Branch LibraryHow: pick up a ticket only for the 1st 24 kidsCost: Free, but must have a ticketFor more info: 512-989-3188 http://www.wblibrary.org
Tuesday, May 21 - Kids Music Night at Freddies with Amber and Nick
Where: Freddies Place, 1703 South First, every TuesdayWhen: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (every Tuesday until mid June)Who: fun for the whole familyHow: just show upCost: Free ($ for drinks and food etc.)For more info: Johnny, Sharon, Amber, and Nick family singers Website
Includes popular guest kid musicians as well.
Wednesday, May 22 - Market Days at Springdale Farms
Where: Springdale Farms 755 Springdale Rd Austin TxWhen: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (every Wed and Sat)Who: for everyoneHow: just show upCost: FreeFor more info: Website 512-386-8899
Wednesday, May 22 - Wednesday Storytime at Barnes and Noble (Arboretum)
Where: 10000 Research Blvd #158, Austin, TX 78759When: 11:00 AM (every Wednesday)Who: Barnes and Noble ~ ArboretumHow: just show upCost: FreeFor more info: 512-418-8985 http://store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/store/2536
Wednesday, May 22 - Barnes and Noble Story Wednesday Mornings - Lakeline
Where: Lakeline Crossing, 14010 US Hwy 183 Austin, Tx 78717When: 11:00 AMWho: Barnes and NobleHow: just show upCost: FREEFor more info: 512-249-5644 http://store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/store/2943
Wednesday, May 22 - Farmer's Market at the Triangle
Where: 46th Street between Guadalupe and LamarWhen: 3:00 PM - 7:00 PMWho: The Triangle List of VendorsHow: just show upCost: FREEFor more info: http://www.sfcfarmersmarketthetriangle.org/ (Every Wednesday) Farmer's Market at the Triangle ~ fresh food, and lots of fun for the entire family! Also a kids' cooking class once a month.
Wednesday, May 22 - Austin Children's Museum Community Night
Where: 201 Colorado Austin, TxWhen: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (every Wednesday)Who: Austin Children's MuseumHow: just show up, suggested $1.00 donationCost: FREE, but $1.00 donation is suggestedFor more info: 512-472-2499 http://www.austinkids.org
Wednesday, May 22 - Arts and Crafts for Families at Wells Branch Library (ages 8+)
Activities Listed Here
Where: 15001 Wells Port Drive Austin, TxWhen: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (every Wednesday, limit 24 per class (8+))Who: Wells Branch Library Story Time Room ~ Class is led by art teacher Dianne KoehlerHow: call to reserve a spot 512 989-3188Cost: FREEFor more info: Calendar
Wednesday, May 22 - Catalyst TEEN Center
Where: Northwest Fellowship 13427 Pond Springs Rd Austin, TX 78729 (512) 736-7059When: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMWho: For grades 7-9How: just show upCost: Wed FREE .75 per slice for pizza and .50 for drinksFor more info: Website (512) 736-7059
Thursday, May 23 through Sunday, May 26 - The Winter's Tale in Zilker Park

Where: Zilker Hillside Theatre in Zilker Park, 2201 Barton Springs RoadWhen: 8:00 PM (Thursdays - Sundays)Who: fun for the whole familyHow: just show upCost: Free - more info www.austinshakespeare.orgFor more info: Website: www.austinshakespeare.org
Friday, May 24 - Storytime (Toddler, Preschool) @ Wells Branch Public Library
- 10:00am Toddler Storytime 10:00 AM — 10:30 AM (Ages 18-36mos)
- 10:45am Preschool Storytime 10:45 AM — 11:15 AM (Ages 3-5 years)
Where: Wells Branch Community Library Storytime Room 15001 Wells Port Drive Austin, Tx 78728When: 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM (different times for different ages Check Schedule)Who: Ages 18 mths - 5 years and their caregiversHow: just show upCost: FreeFor more info: Kristin Email kids@wblibrary.org http://www.wblibrary.org/news-events
Phone 512-989-3188
Saturday, May 25 - Cub Club at the Children's Museum
Where: 201 Colorado Street Austin, TxWhen: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM (every week)Who: Austin Children's MuseumHow: for ages 3 and under and their caregiversCost:
- $6.50 for 2 and older
- $4.50 for 12-23 mths
- Free for 12 months and under
For more info: 512-472-2499 http://www.austinkids.org/calendar.aspx
Saturday, May 25 - Pfllugerville Food Ranch and Market
Where: Pflugerville 2205 W. Pecan Drive Pflugerville, TxWhen: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (every Saturday)Who: fun for the whole familyHow: just show upCost: Free ($ for food, drink etc)For more info: Website
Saturday, May 25 - Barnes and Noble StoryTime (Lakeline)
Where: 14010 US Hwy 183 Austin, TxWhen: 11:00 AM (every Saturday)Who: Barnes and Noble Lakeline LocationHow: just show upCost: FreeFor more info: 512-249-5644 http://store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/store/2943
Saturday, May 25 - Story Time @ Barnes and Noble (Arboretum)
Where: Barnes and Noble Arboretum 10000 Research Blvd #158, Austin, TX 78759When: 11:00 AMWho: children's storytimeHow: just show upCost: FreeFor more info: 512-418-8985 http://store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/store/2536
Saturday, May 25 - Story Time @ Wells Branch Library
Where: Wells Branch Library 15001 Wells Port Drive Austin, TxWhen: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AMWho: for all agesHow: just show upCost: FreeFor more info: Event Calendar 512-989-3188 http://www.wblibrary.org
Saturday, May 25 - Lakeshore Learning Free Crafts for Kids
Where: Lakeshore Learning, 9828 Great Hills Trail, Austin, TxWhen: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM (every Saturday)Who: ages 3 and upHow: just show upCost: FREEFor more info: Click Here
Saturday, May 25 - Book People Story Time
Where: Book People 603 N. Lamar Austin TxWhen: 11:30 AMWho: all agesHow: just show upCost: FreeFor more info: 512-472-5050 http://www.BookPeople.com
Sunday, May 26 - Faeries Home and Garden (Jan-May)
- May 26: Faerie Trail of Homes Closes Website
Where: Zilker Botanical Gardens 2220 Barton Springs Road Austin, TxWhen: check websiteWho: fun for the whole familyHow: some events require registration EVENTS CALENDARCost: $ admission charges apply (events over $2.00 are noted, from $5-$10)
Admission, in cash or check, is:
$1 for children (ages 3-12)
$2 for adults (ages 13-61)
$1 for seniors (age 62 & upFor more info: Faeries Flyer with more information Zilker Gardens Website
Sunday, May 26 - Hope Farmer's Market
Where: Plaza Saltillo East 5th & Comal 412 Comal Street Austin TxWhen: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM (every Sunday)Who: for the whole familyHow: just show upCost: No ChargeFor more info: website
Saturday, June 1 - Kid's Workshops at Home Depot
Where: Home Depot Locations (see store finder - http://www.homedepot.com )When: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (ages 5 - 1st Sat every month)Who: ages 5-12How: call store for more details and to sign upCost: FreeFor more info: Website
Saturday, June 1 - Round Rock Market Days
-June 1, 2013
-July 6, 2013
-August 3, 2013
-September 7, 2013
-October 12, 2013 (2nd Saturday this month)
-November 2, 2013
-December 7, 2013
Where: Main Street Round Rock, TxWhen: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PMWho: fun for the whole familyHow: just show upCost: FreeFor more info: Round Rock Market Days Facebook Page
Saturday, June 1 - Sensory Friendly Movie @ AMC Barton Creek 14 ~
- EPIC 2-D
June 1, 2013
10 a.m. local time
Upcoming Shows:
June 29: MONSTERS UNIVERSITY
Please note all dates and times are subject to change
Where: Cinema is at 2901 Capital of Tx Hwy, Austin, Tx 78746When: 10:00 AMWho: Austin Autism Society and AMC Barton Creek 14How: just show upCost: $5.00 (check Autism website for any changes)
Saturday, June 1 - TEXplorations Toddler Story Time @ Bob Bullock Texas Museum
Where: 1800 N. Congress AvenueWhen: 2:00 PM (1st Saturday and 3rd Tuesday (2 story times 10 and 11 on Tuesday))Who: ages 2-5How: 1st Saturday at 2:00 and 3rd Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. (just show up)Cost: Free (for exhibits there is a charge)
Saturday, June 1 - 1st Saturdays at the Bob Bullock Texas History Museum

Where: 1800 N. Congress Austin, TxWhen: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PMWho: Bob Bullock Texas History MuseumHow: just show upCost: FREE ~ the Museum offers FREE admission to the exhibits from 2 - 6 p.m. Visitors can also take advantage of the monthly thematic TEXplorations Family Story Time from 2 - 4 p.m.For more info: Reaching out to Texas residents who might not be able to afford the educational opportunities the Museum offers. As the state history museum for all Texans (512) 936-8746 http://www.thestoryoftexas.com/the_museum/about.html
Saturday, June 8 through Sunday, June 9 - Lowe's Build and Grow
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June 8-9Where: Store Locations NW Central:
- Central Austin, TX 8000 Shoal Creek Boulevard Phone: (512) 634-4330
- N.E. Austin, TX 13000 N I-35 Svc Road Sb, Building 12 Phone: (512) 634-0070
- Austin, TX 13201 N. Ranch Rd. 620, Bldg. G.Phone: (512) 918-8777When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMWho: Lowe'sHow: sign up online for your spot (limited # of spots) RSVP EarlyCost: FREEFor more info: Lowes Build and Grow Website
Saturday, June 8 - 2nd Saturday's for Families at AMOA Laguna Gloria
Where: AMOA-Laguna Gloria AMOA 3809 35th Street Austin, TxWhen: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM (2nd Saturday)How: just show upCost: cost of admission Admission: $10 for the whole family, or $5 for member familiesFor more info: Website Telephone: 512.458-8191
Monday, June 10 - The Fantastic Magic Camp
Monday, June 10 The Fantastic Kent Cummins
Tuesday, June 11 Peter the Adequate
Wednesday, June 12 Bonzo Crunch
Thursday, June 13 Circus Texas
Friday, June 14 Black Bert
SCHEDULEWhere: Highland Mall 6001 Airport Blvd Austin TexasWhen: 1:00 PMWho: for the whole familyHow: just show upCost: Free (1st come seating for camp participants)For more info: The show schedule is subject to change, visit schedule. To register for camp visit www.magiccamp.com or call (512) 850-4677
Thursday, June 20 - Third Thursday at the Blanton Museum
- 6:30PM - Yoga in the Galleries (Attendance is limited.) passes distributed starting at 5:30 pm
- 7:30PM - Tour: Restoration and Revelation
See Website for More Details
Where: Blanton Museum of Art Congress Ave and E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd ~ Austin, TX 78701When: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PMWho: Museum EnthusiastHow: Just show up ~ *Attendance at yoga is limited to 28 people. Passes are given on a first come, first serve basis at the admissions desk and available at 5:30 PM.Cost: FREE (512) 471-7324 Blanton WebsiteFor more info: Free evening of art and activities. Enjoy an extended happy hour in the Blanton Café featuring a glass of wine and a slice of gourmet pizza for $5.
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Children are always fascinated with LEGO® bricks and at Bricks 4 Kidz® NW Austin - Westlake and Central Austin they thrive to enhance your child's education while they play.
The program at Bricks 4 Kidz Austin Area provides a unique opportunity for students to be introduced to principles of science, technology, engineering and mathematics while participating in “hands on activities”. These activities are designed to trigger a child’s lively imagination and build their self-confidence through the use of lab-focused exercises utilizing LEGO® bricks to build models created by Bricks 4 Kidz®. Participants will also experiment with their own inventions, play games, and learn cooperation and responsibility through teamwork.
Please explore the Austin Area Bricks 4 Kidz website to locate information about programs that they offer; however, if you don’t find a program that works for you, contact them directly and they will do their best to customize a program to fit your needs.
SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW!!!
Bricks 4 Kidz NW Austin - Westlake Summer Camp at Austin Children's Academy and Stitching Studio. Call for more info 512-773-5459.
Bricks 4 Kidz Central Austin Summer Camp at Highland Lanes. Call for more info 512-277-5439.
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- Reinforce math and science concepts
- Develop an appreciation for how things work
- Build self-confidence and problem solving skills
- Foster teamwork
- Trigger children's lively imaginations
- Provide a safe, enriching place to create and play
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