On Friday, Dec. 26 you can take the family to the George Washington Carver Museum & Carver Branch of the Austin Public Library from 2-5 p.m. for the Kwanzaa Celebration. On this first day of Kwanzaa, African native & educator Elizabeth Kahura will bring Kwanzaa …
**UPDATE – THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO THE THREAT OF INCLEMENT WEATHER. RESCHEDULE DATE TBA** What are you doing for New Year’s Eve? We know that fancy, champagne dinners and dress-up parties are not always on the schedule when you’re a parent. …
On Monday, Dec. 22, you can enjoy live music at the Texas State Capitol at noon. The Austin Symphony will present their String Quartet as part of their Christmas in the Community series. You can also enjoy Christmas music played by many different tubas at …
On Tuesday, Dec. 23, you can pop into BookPeople for a little last minute shopping and for a fun Christmas Classic Storytime for the kids at 10:30 a.m. Enjoy a reading of one of the most classic holiday stories, The Grinch Who Stole Christmas. The …
This weekend you can be sure to tell Santa everything on your Christmas wishlist, enjoy a Frozen Sing-Along, play in the snow, shop for local handmade arts & crafts, enjoy a fun holiday children’s play, have one last walk on the Trail of Lights, participate …
Looking for some activities with the kids when they are out of school on Friday, Dec. 19? The North Village Branch of the Austin Public Library is a one-stop spot for a full day of winter-themed fun. They are hosting their Light Up the Season …
On Thursday, Dec. 18 Southwest Key’s Latino Arts Preservation Program will present their 6th Annual Posada from 6-8 p.m. at El Centro De Familia. All are invited to enjoy an evening performance of Ballet Folklorico, Teatro, Mariachi! Festivities also include arts & crafts, piñatas, hot …
For a Santa visit with true Texas flair, you’re going to want to stop into Texas National Outfitters in SoCo to meet Santa on Horseback — because even the jolly old elf is happily “keeping it weird” in Austin. Children of all ages can pose …
Ugly sweater parties are popping up everywhere these days. Everyone’s embracing the tackiest holiday looks for festive gatherings. But have you ever been to an Ugly Sweater Storytime? On Wednesday, Dec. 17, BookPeople invites you in at 10:30 a.m. wearing your most frightening stripes, appalling …
Have you had the chance to witness the sights and sounds of the Minor Mishap Marching Band? They are so much fun! All decked out in yellow and black funky outfits, this marching band will have you and your kids shaking some booty. The Minor …
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