Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

Get a Sitter – Valentine’s Day Edition

Looking for date night ideas for your sweetie? Do512’s Valentine’s Day page is loaded with events that can appeal to everyone. Below are a few highlights — from an Al Green tribute from The Nightowls to a glass bottom illuminated kayak tour. We hope you …

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Top Austin Family Events, Feb. 5-7, 2016

Check out our top 10 picks for weekend fun! You can go to the Puppy Bowl, decorate cookies & valentines at FriendFest, see Pippi Longstocking on stage, attend a free kite-making workshop, try science experiments at WeatherFest, learn how to make pop-up books, go to …

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Deep Eddy Pool to Close for Spring Cleaning

With such warm winter weather, you might be ready to go for a swim. But take note that Deep Eddy Pool will be closed from Monday, February 8 through Sunday, February 21 for its annual cleaning and maintenance. The Austin Parks and Recreation Department has …

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2016 BookPeople Bookmark Contest

BookPeople is looking for some talented young artists to enter their annual Bookmark Contest. Kids in kindergarten through 6th grade are invited to design bookmarks based on their favorite books. Entries are due on Friday, Mar. 4. — Details & Prizes: Download your entry form …

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Free Starry Nights at GirlStart

Girls and boys of all ages are invited to explore astronomy in the GirlStart STEM Studio and Mini-Planetarium. GirlStart is hosting their next free Starry Nights event on Thursday, Feb. 4 from 5:30 – 7 p.m. featuring ancient Chinese presentation and plenty of hands-on activities. …

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Swap Til You Drop Clothing Exchange

Do you have clothes piling up in your closet that you hardly ever wear? Or perhaps you want to  freshen up your wardrobe for free? On Sunday, Feb. 7, you can head on over to the HOPE Farmers Market from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. …

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Make Pop-Up Books at Neill-Cochran House Museum

Families are invited to join stop by the Neill-Cochran House Museum for an afternoon of making pop-up books on Sunday, Feb. 7 from 1-4 p.m. Kids can learn how to make their own pop-up designs or decorate pop-up Valentine’s Day cards. Free! As part of …

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Valentine’s Crafting Party at Terra Toys

Terra Toys is inviting kids of all ages into the store for a FREE Valentine’s Craft event on Sunday, Feb. 7 from 1-3 p.m. Children can decorate a hand-cut wooden heart that could make a beautiful Valentine’s Day gift for someone special. All materials are …

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9th Annual Austin Humane Society Puppy Bowl – 2016

Are you ready for the cutest, furriest, silliest Super Bowl-themed party in town? The 9th Annual Austin Humane Society Puppy Bowl is coming up on Saturday, Feb. 6. This family-friendly event features adorable AHS adoptable puppies dressed in uniform, as well as some kitten cheerleaders! …

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WeatherFest 2016 at the Bullock Museum

Texas weather is wild! One day we’re in shorts and t-shirts this winter, the next we’re in our warmest coats. Texas is known for powerful storms with hail, flash floods, lightening and strong winds. Learn all about the Lone Star State’s extreme weather on Sunday, …

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