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Ever wish a bookstore could just roll into your neighborhood? That’s exactly what Lioness Books does! This awesome mobile bookshop cruises around Texas, bringing a handpicked selection of books right to your doorstep. Think of it as a book truck that offers more than just great reads—it creates community connections by hosting fun pop-up events, book signings, and author meet-ups. Perfect for those who want to dive into new stories and chat with fellow book lovers without ever leaving the neighborhood!

Recently, we discovered Hugg-A-Planet, which makes adorable cozy pillows that are “made for hugging and designed for endless exploration”. They invite you to dream big and discover our planet “one hug at a time”.

We're giving away one of their soft, huggable planet-pillows to one lucky reader. Read on for more information.

Join KidStrong for their exciting Trunk or Treat events this month!

There will be local vendors offering delicious treats and fun goodies for everyone to enjoy. Both athletic floors will be open for kids ages 11 and under to enjoy free play, with coaches on hand to supervise the fun.

Don’t miss out on this festive, family-friendly event filled with treats, giveaways, play, and community fun!

Oktoberfest, the iconic German celebration since 1812, is so legendary it even has its own beer—Oktoberfest brew! And thanks to the German-Texan Heritage Society, Austin gets a taste of this authentic celebration. Held at the historic German Free School in the Red River Cultural District, you can enjoy the festivities in a charming setting with terraced gardens. With fun for the whole family, including kids' activities like pumpkin painting, this event is all about the German spirit of Gemütlichkeit—a cozy feeling of belonging, warmth, and friendliness!

RED Arena is calling horse lovers of all ages! Come trick-or-treat with the horses, take pics with the minis, watch riding demos, shop gifts, goodies & decor by local vendors and the children's entrepreneurs market.

The annual event supports RED Arena's Gift Shop which provides vocational programs for adults with disabilities.

Mark your calendars for LearnLee Tutors' Art & Book Fair on Friday, October 18th! Enjoy local artists, authors, vendors and bubbles, scarves and parachute games for kids.

 

Mark your calendars for the Round Rock Arts Fest at Centennial Plaza in Downtown Round Rock!

Round Rock Arts Fest (formerly called Chalk Walk) is one of Round Rock area’s largest and most prestigious free festival. The fest features hundreds of artists, vendors, sponsors, local and regional musicians, theatrical performances plus a variety of foods and drinks.

Award winning children’s and maternity consignment sale Just Between Friends Williamson County is coming back to Leander on September 26-28, 2024!

JBF Williamson County is a bargain hunter’s dream with 28,000 sq ft of quality items inspected by a recall specialist for 50-90% off of retail prices.

Bring your family, friends, besties, or make it a meet-up for your Mom group. Children, strollers, and wagons welcome.

Read on for details and enter for a chance to win a $25 gift certificate or one Prime Time Shopping pass.

Bring the whole family out to Old Settlers Park for the Round Rock Pumpkin Festival and Round Rock Pumpkin Patch!  Fall Festival, food, funnel cakes, face painting, free games, thousands of pumpkins, bouncy house, bounce pad, corn pit, photographers, farm animals, firetrucks, live music, barrel train, and more!

Hello there, fellow parents! It's that time of the year again – the first day of school is just around the corner. The backpacks are packed, lunch boxes are ready, and excitement is bubbling in the air. What better way to capture this precious moment than with a first day of school sign? Let's make those first day memories last a lifetime!

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