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Hidden Gem: Reed Park

by Nicole Basham

May 04, 2009

Today I bring you another Hidden Gem: Reed Park in Central Austin. Basically hidden from the road, you might have trouble finding it, even if you are looking. When we were checking out library storytimes, we headed to Reed after visiting the Howson branch.

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Fun in a box

by Jonathon Morgan

December 29, 2008

We have completed Round One of Christmas present opening here in Virginia (when we return to Austin, we will commence Round Two), and so far one of the favorites has been the Crazy Creatures Balloon Modeling Fun Kit . Apparently, this kit includes everything you need to keep a house full of adults and parents entertained: an instruction kit on how to make everything from a dog to a  Read more...

Believe

by Jonathon Morgan

December 25, 2008

Hidden around the bows, the gift bags, the lights, and the ornaments, you'll find the true meaning of Christmas. It's in the sparkle in your child's eyes when he enthusiastically tells you Santa Claus brings candy to good boys and girls. It's in the feeling in your heart when you hear your nieces leave carrots along with cookies for Santa - so the reindeer get something too. It's in  Read more...

Room to run: places to tire our your preschooler

by Nicole Basham

May 28, 2008

Let's not beat around the bush with fancy-shmancy suggestions -- if you need to wear your kid out, just take 'em to the park. But before you head out the door, remember that not all parks are created equal. Here's a few that make our regular rotation: 1. Clarksville : the playscapes are small-ish, but there's one catered to younger kids and another for older ones, so no matter how old  Read more...

How to Be a Princess for a Day

by Nicole Basham

May 19, 2008

I fought long and hard against pink, princesses, and all the other gender stereotypes I thought I could control. Clearly I overestimated my parenting abilities, as my daughter now adores nearly everything I tried so hard to keep out of her life. However, just because I lost the battle, it doesn't mean I'll loose the war -- as, with a little luck, she and I can explore the parts of being a  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in austin

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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