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It's fall, y'all and ArtBarnATX has some fun artsy events coming up! Choose from painting on a canvas, printmaking, mixed media (paper art/Gelli Art) or ceramics class. 

Check out ArtBarn ATX's upcoming events in October and November.
September 29, 2019


The world of childhood nutrition and wellness is riddled with conflicting advice. Whether you are considering baby-led weaning or sleep training, there’s several experts on either side of the coin. And yet, amid the chatter, there is growing consensus around one topic: the importance of the first 1,000 days.

Read on to see how nutrition impacts your baby in the first 1,000 days and get $35 off fresh, organic baby and toddler food.
September 27, 2019


Peppa Pig Live! is here with the ALL NEW action-packed live show featuring your child’s favorite characters as life size puppets and costume characters in her new live show Peppa Pig’s Adventure!

Come join Peppa on an exciting camping trip to the woods with George and her school friends, including Pedro Pony, Suzy Sheep and Gerald Giraffe. With lunchboxes packed and Daddy Pig driving the bus, Peppa and friends are excited about their outdoor adventure, full of singing, dancing, games and surprises!

Read on for details and how to enter for a chance to win a family four pack of tickets to Peppa Pig’s Adventure!
September 26, 2019

Barton Hill Farms Fall Festival And Pumpkin Patch 2019
Come out to Barton Hill Farms and make memories with friends and family at the Barton Hill Farms Fall Festival And Pumpkin Patch!

Enjoy acres and acres of pure family fun! From taking Fall photos and picking out your pumpkin in the pumpkin patch, to getting lost in the corn maze, jumping on the jumping pillow, playing human fooseball, corn hole, and more, you are sure to have a great day!

Read on for details and to enter for a chance to win a family-4-pack of tickets to this fun event.
September 19, 2019

A Day for Moms Conference - Conference to provide social, emotional and practical support for mothers with young children
Calling all Moms of littles!

Enjoy a fabulous day at the A Day for Moms Conference organized by the Mommie Support Network, where you will hang out with other moms, listen to inspirational speakers who understand the challenges of being a mom, and shop at our mom-friendly vendor booths!

Enjoy great music, food, door prizes, and fun activities in a loving, non-judgmental atmosphere.
September 19, 2019



Today’s featured book Little Hands Help! By Mike and Mackenzie Morrison is about a family who has a child named Angela. Angela is starting to understand helping and its differences as you get older. She has gotten good at helping her family around the house with her chores and at school with her class but she realizes she wants to help her Mom and Dad do more of their ‘big hands’ chores.

Read more about the book and enter for a chance to win your own copy.
September 17, 2019

Acton Children's Business Fair Austin
Do you have a little Kid Entrepreneur or a child who's planning on starting a business? Get them signed up for the Austin Acton Children’s Business Fair and have them "taste the world of business".

The Austin Acton Children’s Business Fair is a one-day market that gives children the opportunity to discover their inner entrepreneur and showcase their very own businesses. Read on for details.
September 3, 2019

Kids are back in school, summer is considered to be over, pools and splash pads are closed. Or maybe not?

Here’s a list of pools that are open during the month of September or even until late October. Read on.

August 26, 2019


Every day an average of 38 babies are born in Austin. Birth professionals – including obstetricians, midwives, doulas, therapists, yoga instructors, acupuncturists, chiropractors, and so many more – provide vital support during the transformation of Austin’s women and men into moms and dads.

If you would like to show gratitude for a birth professional who has helped you in your family's journey please visit atxbirthawards.com to vote in any of the 61 categories that will be up for awards this year. Read on for details.
August 23, 2019

Summer and therefore summer camps are over, a new school year has started. Take a minute and reflect on the last few weeks, and especially on the time your child spent in summer camp.

Did your child like the camp? Was it easy to sign up? Was it worth the price? Did your child feel safe?

We’ve prepared a list of questions that will help you evaluate the camp your child attended this summer and can help you decide on future camps your child is going to participate in. Read on.

August 16, 2019