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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 2.5 hr radius) that are not a financial burden to families, especially families that already have enough to worry about.

As February, aka International Friendship Month, draws to a close, so does the special offer for the 'My Friends and I' friendship book.

Designed for children between the ages of 5 to 12, kids will dive into a world of fun, as this unique interactive memory book takes a journey from friend to friend revealing their favorite foods, hobbies, dreams, and so much more, all the while creating a beautiful keepsake filled with photos and shared moments.

Read on and get 15% off your order now.

Don't miss the Best Friends Forever Family Dance at the Cedar Park Recreation Center this Friday, February 23rd!The dance will be held in the gymnasium, and the theme is best friends forever. There will be music, dancing, photo ops, decorations, a make-your-own BFF hat station, a raffle, and more! 

You are invited to The Salvation Army’s Wilco Gives! Join The Salvation Army Austin Area Command for a night of dinner, boot-scootin’ dancing, silent auction, and fellowship benefitting the Williamson County Service Center. You don't want to miss these fun silent auction prizes including tickets to Typhoon Texas, SeaWorld, Austin and San Antonio museums and restaurants, free summer camp, and more.

Ready for a magical night of music, food, and surprises? Join Backpack Friends on Tuesday, February 13 for their Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball! 

Enjoy a delicious Cajun dinner, live music, a raffle with exquisite prizes, a silent auction, and more.

With 100% of proceeds benefit children living in food insecurity in Central Texas.

Explore this charming new gift boutique and event venue in the small Hill Country town of Jonestown, nestled on the shores of Lake Travis between Lago Vista and Cedar Park: dax + jade.

Launched by mom and local resident Amy Stewart, dax + jade quickly won the hearts of the community, particularly among Moms and kids who have an affinity for creativity and handcrafted body and beauty products. 

Yay, Cedar Park finally has a children’s bookstore! Two weeks ago, Paper Bark Birch Children's Bookstore opened their doors to young readers to explore their shelves for new adventures, exciting destinations, and fantastic tales from around the world. Read more about this wonderful new addition to Cedar Park.

It's that festive time of year once again! The shimmering lights, the aroma of freshly baked cookies, and the excitement of Santa's imminent arrival – the holiday season is a wondrous time for children! As parents and grandparents, witnessing the sparkle of wonder and joy in our little ones' eyes is one of the greatest pleasures.

Here's how to keep Santa's magic alive as our children grow older. Read on.

Today’s featured book, Stronger Than She Thinks by Nancy Kerrigan, reviewed by our reader and local mom Sabrina, is based on a true story about the Olympic figure skater Nancy Kerrigan. 

Would you like to volunteer your time or support other families in the Austin area this season? The Women of Austin Foundation is hosting their Jingle Bell Jamboree Toy Drive & Holiday Extravaganza on December 10th from 10am-2pm at Zilker Lodge. The event is a day full of Christmas magic, joy, and gifts for 100 single moms and their children living in the Austin area. They will enjoy pictures with Santa, cookies, crafts, a toy drive, and more fun all provided by community sponsors. Read on to learn how you can help.

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