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Looking for a fun, enriching camp for your kids? Our Kids Directory is your one-stop resource for discovering incredible camp options in the Austin area, including:

• Academic or Educational Camps – Spark your child’s curiosity and love for learning.
• Adventure or Outdoor Camps – Explore the great outdoors and build confidence.
• Arts Camps – Unleash their creativity and artistic flair.
• Music Camps – Nurture their musical talents and rhythms.
• Religious Camps – Grow in faith while fostering community.
• Special Needs Camps – Inclusive and supportive programs for every child.
• STEM Camps – Encourage innovation in science, technology, engineering, and math.
• Sports Camps – Stay active, learn teamwork, and have a blast.
• Free Camps – Read our blog "Free Summer Camps In and Around Austin".

You can easily narrow down your search by location and age group to find the perfect match for your child. Read on for more info!

Let’s be honest—parenting is a full-time job, and somehow, meal prep is another full-time job on top of that. Between school drop-offs, soccer practice, homework battles, and attempting to have a moment of peace (ha!), figuring out dinner can feel like a never-ending game of “What’s in the fridge?” followed by the classic “Do we have time to make this before everyone gets hangry?”

So, we gave Suvie a try, an innovative kitchen robot designed to take the stress out of meal preparation by cooking meals automatically at a scheduled time. It uses a Cool-to-Cook® refrigeration system to keep ingredients fresh throughout the day and then automatically starts cooking at the right time.

Always Fun Markets is all about bringing the community together to celebrate the best of small business at their year-round markets in Cedar Park and Georgetown! From delicious baked goods and unique art to stylish boutiques, one-of-a-kind treasures, and fun gifts for kids, these markets are full of goodies you won’t find anywhere else.

When the Texas sun is shining bright and it’s too hot to play outside, what do you do? You get creative indoors! With so many sunny days in Austin, your windows can be the perfect canvas for some artsy fun. Whether you're looking to keep the kiddos busy or just want to add a splash of color to your home, turning your windows into a DIY masterpiece is the way to go. So, grab your supplies, let your imagination run wild, and let’s turn those windows into something extraordinary!

It's never too early to start thinking about summer camps. Especially when registration for some summer camps are already open or closing soon or when they're free.

Free camps? Yes, there is such a thing as free camps. We've done quite some research to find camps in and around Austin (up to a 4 hr radius) that are not a financial burden to families, especially families that already have enough to worry about.

Nestled in the heart of Liberty Hill, Texas, Simply Home Boutique stands as a charming yellow house brimming with unique treasures. Established in 2012, this delightful boutique has become a local favorite, offering an eclectic mix of home décor, fashion, kitchen treats, and gifts for all occasions. Whether you're stopping by for a fun shopping event, hunting for the perfect gift, or simply soaking in the boutique’s cozy charm, every visit feels like a little getaway filled with warmth, community, and delightful treasures.

School’s in full swing, the kids’ extracurriculars are in overdrive, the house still needs to function like a well-oiled machine (or at least not completely fall apart), and, oh yeah—there’s work, errands, and the endless to-do list that never seems to shrink. Sound familiar?

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, let’s talk about something you really deserve: a little self-care. Whether you’re dropping hints to your significant other or treating yourself (because, let’s be real, you’ve earned it), these handpicked self-care products are here to help you relax, recharge, and reclaim some much-needed “me time.” Because taking care of you isn’t selfish—it’s
essential.

Want to support local businesses without braving the holiday hustle and bustle? We’ve got you covered!

Shop last-minute gifts from the comfort of your couch at the Barrels & Burlap Virtual Pop-up Market! Featuring a delightful variety of small business vendors from the Texas Hill Country, you’ll find self-care goodies, stylish clothing, yummy baked treats, children’s books, and so much more.

Nestled in the heart of Austin's Brentwood neighborhood, Birdhouse Books and Gifts is a vibrant independent bookstore that opened its doors in September of this year. The store boasts a playful kids' corner brimming with books for readers of all ages and offers author readings, book discussions, and children's story times.

The holidays are here, and so is the hunt for the perfect gift! But, don’t stress, we’ve put together "The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide: From Tots to Teens" to make give you some ideas. Whether it’s toys, games, or creative picks for every age, our guide has something for all the kids on your list. Let’s make their holidays unforgettable (and yours a little easier)!

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