We’re glad to see so many inspiring young people standing up for themselves and others, and making the world a better place.
If you know a young girl between the age of 10 and 15, make sure she and her parents are aware of this event: Girls For Progress, a conference for girls who want to change the world.
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Birgit Sund on March 27, 2018
This Friday, March 23, 2018, the long awaited, one-of-a-kind family attraction Crayola Experience, created by 114-year-old company Crayola, will open its doors to the public.
The colorful adventures of Crayola Experience help kids and adults alike explore art and technology, express their creativity and experience color in a whole new way. Read on for details and how to enter for a chance to win two free tickets to Crayola Experience.
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Birgit Sund on March 21, 2018
You may have heard about the student-led movement March For Our Lives whose mission and focus it is to demand that a comprehensive and effective bill be immediately brought before Congress to address the gun violence issues that are rampant in our country.
On March 24, the kids and families of March For Our Lives will take to the streets of Washington, DC to demand that their lives and safety become a priority.
And so does Austin.
Here's everything you nee to know about March For Our Lives - Austin.
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Birgit Sund on February 24, 2018
There's a new place in town. An absolutely awesome place. In fact, it's a parents' and kids' dream.
Check out the Almost Grown Play Cafe and Coffee Bar, a mix of indoor play area and family cafe where you can sit comfortably with a cup of coffee while your little ones go wherever their imagination takes them! Read on.
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Birgit Sund on November 29, 2017
Have you read BBC's famous article Why Finnish Babies Sleep in Cardboard Boxes? If not, here's a brief summary:
For 75 years, Finland's expectant mothers have been given a box by the government. The maternity package contains bodysuits, a sleeping bag, outdoor gear, baby bathing products, as well as diapers, bedding, and a small mattress. The cardboard box itself serves as baby's first bed and doubles as a crib.
Did you know that all expectant and new parents with infants 3 months of age or younger in Texas are eligible to receive a free Baby Box? Read on for details.
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Birgit Sund on November 6, 2017
If you have a sweet tooth or two, or if you love to bake, or both, Austin Bakes needs you!
Austin Bakes is a group of bloggers, foodies, and local businesses, who are raising money for relief efforts and humanitarian aid following disasters both local and worldwide.
This Saturday, November 4th, 10am-2pm, Austin Bakes is hosting a citywide bake sale to provide funds to aid disaster relief for those affected by hurricanes and earthquakes in Puerto Rico, Mexico, and the Virgin Islands, and the wildfires in California. Read on for details.
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Birgit Sund on November 2, 2017
Back-to-school shopping is NEVER over! Shop and save at the Twice Loved Fall Children's Consignment Sale, sponsored by Austin Parents of Multiples.
Twice Loved is open to all local families. You don't need multiples to shop or sell with them.
Save 75% or more on clothes, toys, books, baby gear, maternity items, and more. When and where? Click for details.
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Birgit Sund on September 28, 2017
Free Family-Friendly Event to Help You Find The Right School for Your Child
If you’re reading this, you’ve probably browsed through the 697 childcare providers in the Child Care category and/or the 385 schools in our Schools category of our kid- and family-friendly business directory before (if not, you can do so here).
Now, if you want to get some face time with some of those schools, get your questions answered, or get a feel how the schools operate on a daily basis, the upcoming Austin School Expo is a great opportunity to interact one-on-one with school administrators from public and private schools. Read on for details.
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Birgit Sund on September 27, 2017
Love museums? Love free?
Then you’ll love Austin Museum Day. On Sunday, September 17, 2017, more than 35 history, science, culture, and art museums open their doors to visitors at no charge. Enjoy special programming, guided exhibition tours, hands-on activities, and more.
Read on for participating museums and details.
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Birgit Sund on September 13, 2017
The average costs for school supplies every year is $35 which creates an extra burden for already challenged families as well as for teachers, who often spend their own money buying missing supplies for their classrooms and students.
In order to ease the burden of both families and teachers, school districts that are continuously facing tighter budgets, are trying to outsource the financial obligation by requesting that parents help provide these supplies.
Here is a list of Back-to-School Programs and School-Supply Drives in and around Austin.
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Birgit Sund on July 7, 2017