For kids celebrating birthdays during social distancing requirements, there’s certainly some disappointment about not being able to gather and party with friends, but there are some creative ways to make sure that kids have a memorable and happy day. Below you’ll find many ideas for …
This edition of RIP Austin is a particularly painful one. While we normally only lose a few staples a year, the spread of COVID-19 and the resulting temporary shutdown of Austin restaurants, play places, retail stores, and bars has led some long-standing Austin favorites to …
A sport full of fun tricks and styles, skateboarding is a skill to be learned by the young and the young at heart. Besides, what’s more satisfying than mastering a new craft during quarantine? From proper parks to DIY spots and all the places you …
Friends, we want to be sure that Do512 Family is the best possible resource for you! We strive to offer plenty of suggestions on where to enjoy fun times with your sweet kids in the Austin area. As we navigate this challenging year, we wish …
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 …
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 …
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 …
If you want to really WOW the kids with a trip to a splash pad like no other, take a short drive north of Austin to Leander’s Quarry Splash Pad in Southwest Williamson County Regional Park. Built in 2011 in a former quarry, this impressive …
Do your kids have an affection for all creatures furry, feathered, scaled, or slimy? A child’s appreciation for animals is pretty sweet, but it’s also a great teaching experience by helping them learn empathy and understanding the greatness of the world around us. If you’re …
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.