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!
By
Birgit Sund on March 3, 2025
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.
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Birgit Sund on January 23, 2024
Halloween brings enchantment to children with its costumes, candy, and boundless fun. Yet, as parents, we understand that life can become hectic, leaving you in a last-minute costume scramble. Fear not, as we've got you covered with these 10 imaginative and enjoyable last-minute Halloween costume suggestions that will delight your kids!
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Birgit Sund on October 30, 2023
Little Villagers Farmers Market in Pflugerville is a Young entrepreneur market featuring youth vendors selling their business goods and showcasing their skills. This opportunity allows children real world experiences and shoppers the opportunity to support our Youth and get creative and handmade gifts for the entire family.
Mark your calendars for September 9th and come on out to enjoy homemade lemonade and baking goods, shop jewelry, resin keychains, bookmarks, plants, toys, crafts, and so much more.
By
Birgit Sund on August 21, 2023
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Time to register for spring and summer camps!
Celebrate Spring and Summer this year at Cordovan Art School's “ART ZONE” at the award winning BEST CREATIVE ART CAMPS in the greater Austin Area!
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Birgit Sund on February 18, 2022
The non-profit Crayon Collection is giving us another meaning to the back-to-school shopping season. By providing a resource for teachers, students, and communities to collect, contribute, or receive gently used crayons from restaurants and schools, Crayon Collection puts them into the hands of vulnerable children from low socio-economic backgrounds and at-risk environments across the world.
Read how you can help make a difference.
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Birgit Sund on August 23, 2021
The show must go on – and it will!
While Austin’s beloved ZACH Theatre doesn’t offer any in-person performing arts classes and camps at the moment, kids and adults alike still have the opportunity to explore the world of acting, singing, dancing, role-playing, and story-telling.
Starting the week of October 19th, ZACH Theatre offers interactive virtual classes for kids K-12. Classes take place once a week, in the morning or in the afternoon. Students can choose from a variety of disciplines. Free sample classes available.
Read on for details.
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Birgit Sund on October 5, 2020
As we all know, nursing homes, long-term care facilities, and assisted living communities have been hit extra hard by our current health crisis. As per the CDC, “Given their congregate nature and resident population served (e.g., older adults often with underlying chronic medical conditions), nursing home populations are at high risk of being affected by respiratory pathogens like COVID-19.” However, not only are they particularly vulnerable when it comes to their health, they’re also hit extra hard with isolation.
Many residents haven’t received in-person visits from family and friends since March, as most facilities limit community entry to essential visitors only (those necessary for resident care and community operations) and don’t allow in-house social visits, public events or outings.
In addition – and that is an ongoing situation and not specific to COVID-19 – some residents may not have family and friends close by or may not have visitors at all.
We therefore invite families in and around Austin to join us in bringing a smile to many sad faces, and this is how.
By
Birgit Sund on June 13, 2020
Obviously, this is a difficult time for everybody and many local businesses are getting hit extremely hard. We therefore want to use our little platform and help in any way we can.
We asked local businesses to let us know of any products, services, or activities they're currently offering, that can help Austin families keep their kids busy and make this time as enjoyable as possible for their kids and their whole family. In the coming days, we will be introducing those offers on our blog. Sign up for our
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Read about Squishy Banana Studios' online, interactive film classes.
By
Birgit Sund on April 1, 2020
Does your child like to draw or to write? Here are some fun contests Texas students of all ages can show off their art or writing talent at.
The deadlines are approaching, so better get them going!
By
Birgit Sund on February 3, 2020