Heidi Okla 
It’s not totally surprising that this summer we focused less on the perfect beach bod and more on the couch potato party. No shame–we’re surviving, ok? However, we are aware of the importance of maintaining health to reduce risks of diseases catalyzed by a sedentary …
With health and safety being a such an important factor in our lives during the pandemic, we were initially stumped about where and how to take a little family vacation. We wanted to stay pretty close to home, so you can imagine how thrilled we …
In order to make any helpful impact towards racial justice, we know that first we must dive into learning, listening, reading and talking. Below we’re sharing some resources that we are currently finding helpful within our own families, as well as some tangible ways that …
YMCA of Austin believes that health and wellness programs should be available to everyone in the community regardless of their income. Through their Membership for All program, YMCA provides financial assistance to thousands of Austin-area residents, and during the month of August they are also …
On a quest to find a fun and free place to splash in some cool water, our family took a little midweek summer day trip to the Llano River Slab, and it was a perfect way to have some fun in the sun. Just west …
We’re incredibly impressed by so many friends and neighbors who are diving into new hobbies and learning new practical skills during the pandemic. Now’s a great time to tinker and DIY with home projects, and Austin Resource Recovery has an awesome FREE program that can …
One of the things we’ve really missed during the pandemic is the free, annual summer musical in Zilker Park. In fact, this is the first time in over 60 years that local nonprofit, Zilker Theatre Productions, has not been able to share this Austin tradition …
Each year around this time, we find ourselves flabbergasted and asking, “Where has summer gone?”. This year we’re feeling throttled into the back-to-school routine; one that will surely require more preparation and organization than usual. To help families better transition to in-home education, Austin interior …
Have you visited the farm stand at Boggy Creek Farm? One of our favorite sweet gems tucked into East Austin, historic Boggy Creek Farm is quietly nestled just two miles from downtown but provides a peaceful break from the city chaos — and offers you …
In our quest for lesser-traveled locales for trail walks with our family, we recently took a little visit to the Hamilton Greenbelt. Not to be confused with Austin’s popular Barton Creek Greenbelt, and in no connection at all with Hamilton Pool Preserve, the Hamilton Greenbelt …
Do512 Family is all about what to do in Austin with kids. We love to be out and about in Austin and are always looking for fun things to do with the family.