IT’S TIME TEXAS makes healthy easier for Texans where they live, learn, work, worship and shop. Check out these five fun events for getting out and getting active with the kids this week!

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— Wildflower Days
Monday – Sunday @ Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
Celebrate the bounty of spring! Play in the Family Garden, take photos along the trails and meadows, shop at the store and grab a bite at the Café. Open 7 days a week, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. For more info on National Wildflower Week events, click here.

— Austin Parks and Rec: Kokoro Judo
Every Tuesday & Thursday, 6:30-9:30 p.m. @ Givens Recreation Center
Kokoro Judo is a Judo club dedicated to teaching Kodokan Judo to folks age 7-70 so they can be healthier, happier and safer. Kokoro Judo is a community based club focusing on both Competition technique and general wellness. An officially sanctioned club by USA Judo with a certified Coaching staff. Please visit website to register.

— Market Days at the Farm
Every Wednesday-Saturday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. @ Boggy Creek Farm
By shopping at the Farm, you will get a good idea of what is seasonally available in Central Texas. They grow a wide variety of vegetables and greens that are available for purchase.

— Mother Earth Day Festival
Friday, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. @ Zilker Park
This Festival is designed for environmental awareness and fun, especially relating to Barton Springs and Barton Creek with a special emphasis on water conservation. Every activity is made to ensure that kids from 4-13 years of age have a great time and an interactive learning experience. The event is completely FREE and open to kids of all ages and all families are welcome.

— Free Austin Walking Tours
Thursday-Sunday, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. @ The Texas State Capitol
The South entrance of the Capitol building serves as the departure point for two free guided-walking tours of downtown that help history buffs explore Austin’s past. Sundays require a reservation 48hrs in advance!

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