Free Fun in Austin

Opening Weekend Specials for Fiesta Texas

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 18:44:00 +0000

Six Flags Fiesta Texas in San Antonio opens for their 20th season on March 3, 2012 and in celebration of their 20th anniversary, you can get two great deals on Opening Weekend:

Purchase tickets online to visit March 3 or March 4, 2012, and they will be just $19.92 each.
On March 3, 2012, 20-year-olds can get in FREE! You must be 20 as of March 3. Just arrive at the Main Gate area by 2 p.m. on March 3 and present a government-issue photo ID for your complimentary admission ticket.

For more details on the Opening Weekend promotions, visit the Six Flags Fiesta Texas calendar and click on "Opening Weekend". To purchase tickets online, click here.

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Weekend Top 10 FREE Events (Feb 25-26, 2012)

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 16:30:00 +0000

WeatherFest - Saturday, February 25, 2012, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Get an up close look at some of the world’s most dramatic natural events and the science behind them during a free, 10 a.m. screening of Hurricane on the Bayou in the IMAX® Theatre. Learn about the science behind predicting the weather and experiences in the field from a local meteorologist. Test your ability to predict and survive severe weather with activities presented by Girlstart, emergency preparedness teams, and more. This is a free public program. Regular exhibit and film admission prices apply (except for the free 10 a.m. screening of Hurricane on the Bayou). The Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, 1800 N. Congress Avenue, Austin.
Y at the Park: Camp Play Day and Bike Rodeo - Saturday, February 25, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Families will enjoy a free day of camp activities, bike safety, and family fun, along with free food and prizes such as bike helmets, t-shirts, and more, while supplies last. There will be a full bike rodeo, inflatables, climbing wall, arts & crafts activities, floor darts, balloon pop, and more! For more information, visit the YMCA of Austin. Mueller Lake Park (off Airport & Aldrich, just east of IH 35), Austin, TX 78723.
MLK Learning Fair - Saturday, February 25, from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Austinites will celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with the unveiling of a memorial mosaic on Southwest Key’s Walk of Heroes this Saturday. The dedication is part of a free community brunch and learning fair celebrating Black History Month at El Centro de Familia in East Austin. The event will feature interactive art and learning stations where visitors will listen to speeches and watch highlights from various parts of Dr. King’s life while constructing origami Peace Cranes or contributing to a civil rights art installation. Acclaimed poet-performer Zell Miller III, Sadé M. Jones of Ballet East, and the Huston-Tillotson University Concert Choir will perform. The event will close with the unveiling of MLK’s memorial on the Walk of Heroes. Southwest Key's Walk of Heroes at El Centro de Familia, 6002 Jain Ln, Austin, 78721.
Alamo Kids Club: Fantastic Voyage - Saturday, February 25 at 11 a.m. Join the Alamo Kids Club for a free screening of the 1966 classic Fantastic Voyage (PG) at the Alamo South Lamar. Children age 3 and over will be allowed at all screenings of this show. No infants however, and families with loud children will be asked to leave. For more information, visit the Alamo Kids Club site. Alamo South Lamar, 1120 S Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78704.
Recycled Reads Turns 3 - Saturday, February 25, from noon to 6 p.m. Join Austin Public Library's used bookstore, Recycled Reads, to celebrate three years of giving books a second chance! Festivities will include live music, a puppet show, a craft workshop, a prize drawing and much more! The celebration is free and open to the public. Recycled Reads, 5335 Burnet Road, Austin.
Kite Making Workshop - Saturday, February 25 at 1 p.m. The Austin Parks & Recreation Department will host its final free kite making workshop, to get kids ready for the big festival on March 4, 2012. The workshop is geared for ages 5 and up and all materials will be provided. It is free of charge. There will also be live music from 1 - 5 p.m. Northwest Recreation Center, 2913 Northland Drive, Austin, TX 78757.
Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day - Saturday, February 25, from 2 - 5 p.m. Activities for first-third graders, fourth and fifth graders and sixth-eighth graders are housed in UT's engineering complex. Students are encouraged to build and experiment at their own pace with all of the age-appropriate activities in their specific building. There are no volunteers or guides to take students around to the activities, so parents, counselors, or teachers are expected to remain with students during the event. Information areas are available parents and counselors may collect additional information and resources about engineering for their students. On-site registration will be in the tent in front of ETC from 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Any participant in the 1st-8th grade who did not pre-register online must register on-site in order to participate in the hands-on activities or to receive a Girl Day giveaway.
The Biscuit Brothers Free Concert - Saturday, February 25 at 2 p.m. Stars of the Emmy Award-winning PBS children's television program, The Biscuit Brothers, will perform a free concert at Northwest Hills United Methodist Church. The concert cost has been covered by the church, so admission is free! 7050 Village Center Drive, Austin, TX 78731.
Celebrate Dr. Seuss' Birthday -

Visit your local Target - Saturday, February 25, from 9 - 11 a.m. Enjoy a reading of The Lorax. The celebration, part of NEA's Read Across America, will include free goody bags, fun activities and more.
Make a Super Silly Storybook Character Puppet - Saturday, February 25, from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Make sure to go here to print a 20% off coupon to take along. Lakeshore Learning, 9828 Great Hills Trail Austin, TX 78759.
A Dr. Seuss extravaganza! - Saturday, February 25, from noon - 2 p.m. Lakeline Mall is celebrating the 75th anniversary of the much-loved children’s classics with a special tribute. Kids will enjoy a visit from a Cat in the Hat costume character, a parade, decorating their own parade hat, Dr. Seuss activity booklets, book readings, goody bags, prizes and more! (This is a Kidgits Club event, so some activities may require Kidgits membership, which is $5 per child per year.) Dillard's Women's Court, Lakeline Mall, 11200 Lakeline Mall Drive, Cedar Park.

ScottyRoo and Christini at Ruta Maya - Sunday, February 26 at 10:30 a.m. Highly original children's show with original music, puppets and dance. Ruta Maya, 3601 South Congress Avenue, Austin.

For even more activities around town, check out the Free Fun Calendar. Have a great weekend!

GIVEAWAY ~ Cirque du Soleil Quidam

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 16:00:00 +0000

Cirque du Soleil returns to Cedar Park Center this month with Quidam, a show filled with international acts showcasing acrobatics, choreography, and physical feats. Tickets are available now for shows from February 29, 2012 to March 4, 2012.

About Cirque du Soleil Quidam:

Quidam had its world premiere in Montreal under the Big Top in April 1996. Since that time, the production has toured on five continents and been experienced by millions of people. In December 2010, Quidam embarked on a new journey, performing the same captivating production, but now in arenas throughout North America. The international cast features 52 world-class acrobats, musicians, singers and characters.

Young Zoé is bored; her parents, distant and apathetic, ignore her. Her life has lost all meaning. Seeking to fill the void of her existence, she slides into an imaginary world—the world of Quidam—where she meets characters who encourage her to free her soul.

Tickets:

Tickets start at $40.50 and can be purchased online. To avoid service fees, you can purchase tickets in person at the Cedar Park Center Box Office. Groups of 10 or more can also avoid per ticket service fees and save up to 30% off regular prices by contacting April Sanders of Group Sales directly at 512-600-5013 or asanders@cedarparkcenter.com. Some price ranges have sold out for select shows, so call ASAP to book group tickets. To view the Group Sales map, with prices, click here.

The Giveaway:

For your chance to win 4 tickets to Cirque du Soleil Quidam at Cedar Park Center on Sunday, March 4, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. (a $300 value), simply fill out the form below. One entry per household. Entrants must be at least 18 years old. The winner will be selected on Monday, February 27, 2012 and contacted via email. If you cannot see the form, please visit the original post to enter.

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Free Latino Music Showcase

noreply@blogger.com (Leigh Ann) — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 15:00:00 +0000

Austin Music Award winners Los Texas Wranglers

The Mexican American Experience invites families to join them for two evenings of FREE music at the Mexican American Cultural Center (MACC) on March 16 and 17, 2012. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the shows start at 6 p.m.

On Friday the 16th, enjoy music from Braulio y Fuzzion, Los Texas Wranglers, Grupo Vida, and Los Tres Amigos featuring: Ruben Ramos, Little Joe, Roberto Pulido and the Mexican Revolution. Saturday the 17th brings Cinco Doce, Llueve, Stefani Montiel, and Avizo featuring: Jimmy Edward, David Marez, and Joe Bravo.

Please note that there is no parking at the MACC, but guests can park at Sanchez Elementary or Martin Junior High and take a free shuttle.

For more information about the event and the free shuttles, please visit the Mexican American Experience.

Mexican American Cultural Center
600 River St.
Austin, TX 78701

Image credit: ovrld

Weekend Deals on Eating Out

noreply@blogger.com (Jeanne) — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 14:00:00 +0000

Austin's Pizza - Buy one large Austin's Original pizza, get a second large two-topping pizza for half off with coupon code E14AOHO. Expires March 2, 2012. Must mention coupon at time of ordering. One coupon per customer per day. Click here to order online.

Burger King - Like chicken? Through March 5, 2012, buy one Original Chicken, Chicken Club, or Italian Chicken Sandwich, get one free. At participating restaurants only. Click here to see the offer and read the fine print.

Cici's Pizza - Get a free Kid's Buffet at Cici's Pizza, with the purchase of an Adult Buffet, using this coupon. The coupon is valid through February 25, 2012 at participating locations. Limit one coupon per customer. Valid for children age 10 or under.

Dickey's Barbecue Pit - Kids 12 and under can eat free at Dickey's Barbecue Pit every day through February 29, 2012. Get one free Kid's Meal per adult meal of equal or greater value purchased. This promotion is valid for dine-in lunch and dinner at participating stores. Be sure to call your local Dickey's to confirm their participation before heading out.

The Waffle House - Print this coupon to get a free small slice of pie through March 9, 2012. Dine-in only.

P.F. Changs - Watch the Oscars at home, Chinese-style, with 20% off your online order. Valid only for online orders being picked up on Sunday, February 26, 2012. Go here to read the promotional email. Click here to place your order, using the promo code OSCARS.

For more dining deals, including Kids Eat Free promotions, visit the Free Food Calendar.

Jugglefest Public Show ~ $5

noreply@blogger.com (Leigh Ann) — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 14:00:00 +0000

Mark Hayward,
Jugglefest 2012 special guest

Today through Sunday, February 24 - 26, 2012, the Texas Juggling Society (did you know there was a society of jugglers?) celebrates its 19th year of Jugglefest, a three-day event full of workshops, games, demonstrations, and shows featuring juggling, unicycling, and related circus arts. Anyone and everyone is welcome to come down and learn some tips and tricks or just watch all of the fun. Jugglefest will be jam packed with over 20 hours of workshops, games, door prizes, trick trading, vendors, a silent auction, and more. Admission is $15 for an all-access three-day wristband, but there are two opportunities to enjoy the festival for less.

The Renegade Show, to be held at Ruta Maya Coffeehouse tonight, is free (but not recommended for children). The Public Show on Saturday night will be family friendly, with performers from Austin and all over the world as they demonstrate their skills in the circus arts. This show, where they plan to pull out all the stops, will be held in Davis Auditorium at Texas School for the Deaf. The Public Show will be $5 for ages 5 and up. Children under 5 can attend for free!

For more information and to see the complete schedule of events, including open workshop and show times, visit the Texas Juggling Society.

Texas School for the Deaf
1102 South Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78704

Image credit: MarkHayward.net

4 Austin Zoo Tickets for $13

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 13:30:00 +0000

If you're on the lookout for deals you can have on hand during Spring Break, you may be interested in half price admission to the Austin Zoo and Animal Sanctuary. Head over to LivingSocial to get zoo admission for 2 adults and 2 children for $13 (a $26 value).

The fine print:

PAID VALUE EXPIRES ON February 24, 2017
PROMOTIONAL VALUE EXPIRES ON August 27, 2012
Limit one per family per visit
Not valid for special events or birthday parties
Entire value must be used in a single visit
Other conditions apply

10808 Rawhide Trail
Austin, TX 78736

1/2 Off 2 Hours of Bike/Kayak Rentals

noreply@blogger.com (Leigh Ann) — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 13:00:00 +0000

Austinites love to get outdoors, and this mild winter is definitely giving us a chance to do just that. Now with Eversave, you can get two hours of bike or kayak rental for $12 (a $24 value) from Gliding Revolution. Paddle across Lady Bird Lake or pedal around the hike and bike trail, taking in the gorgeous downtown views with whichever you choose. The deal is available through February 27, 2012.

Please note that kayaks are available for ages 6 and up, and bikes ages 9 and up. Bike rentals will NOT be available during SXSW (March 9-18), which unfortunately is also Spring Break.

The fine print:

May buy multiple Saves

Use 1 Save per person per visit

Please call ahead for reservations to ensure availability

Bikes not available during SXSW (March 9-18)

Save voucher valid beginning day after purchase

Promotional value expires on Aug 23, 2012.

Gliding Revolution
20 North IH 35
Austin, TX 78701

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Image credit: Eversave

Fifth and Sixth Grader Fun in San Marcos

noreply@blogger.com (Kristie) — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 12:00:00 +0000

Do you have a 5th or 6th grader who would enjoy an inexpensive Friday evening out? The San Marcos Activity Center is hosting Rec Out events, which include three hours of music by Sound Experience,basketball, volleyball, fun and games, for just $5.

Tonight, February 24, 2012 is the first evening of Rec Out, from 7 - 10 p.m. Future Rec Out events are planned for March 23, April 13, and September 21, 2012. These events are for students only, so you will need a student ID or report card to participate. Participants need only an ID and money for concessions. Other personal belongings should be left at home.

For complete details, download the San Marcos Parks Activity Guide (pdf) or call 512-393-8280.

Activity Center
501 E. Hopkins
San Marcos, Tx 78666

Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 19:32:00 +0000

Girls who like to tinker or are always trying to figure out how things work will love this event held at the University of Texas on Saturday, February 25, 2012. Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day, or Girl Day, is an international event celebrated each year during Engineers Week. Presented by the Women in Engineering Program, Girl Day gives girls in 1st through 8th grades a chance to take part in hands on engineering activities, meet students, professors, and engineers from the industry, and just see what it's like to be an engineer. The event runs from 2 - 5 p.m.

Students will be encouraged to build and explore at their own pace -- there will be no volunteers or guides during the activities. The event is FREE, but reservations are required. Early registration (online) ends today, February 23, 2012, but if you miss it, on-site registration will be available on Saturday.

Girl Day will be held in the UT Engineering Complex. For more information and for the schedule of day's events, visit the Women in Engineering Program.

Free Tickets to America's Got Talent

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 19:24:00 +0000

America's Got Talent is coming to Austin on the final weekend of Spring Break (and SXSW) and you can be in the studio audience! The live tapings will take place at the Long Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday, March 17, 2012 and Sunday, March 18, 2012, at noon and 5 p.m. both days. Videotaping will take between four and five hours for each show.

If you'd like to go, free tickets are available to the public, but you must be at least 14 years old to attend (possibly because Howard Stern is the new judge?). Audience members younger than 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Also worth mentioning is the dress code. No flip flops or sandals, friends! "Hip, upscale attire is mandatory," so be sure to read the fine print on your ticket, regarding what you can and cannot wear. You don't want to be denied entrance just because you've got "writing" on your clothing.

For more information about the screening (including all those rules for admittance), visit KXAN. To head straight to the website for securing your free printable ticket, head over here.

Image credit: America's Got Talent

Conspirare Big Sing Tonight

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 17:46:00 +0000

Join Conspirare at Northwest Hills United Methodist Church tonight, February 23, 2012, at 6 p.m. for Big Sing! The audience will become the choir at this free hour-long event. Just warm up your vocal chords and be ready to join Conspirare Symphonic Choir members in song.

About Big Sing:

The Big Sing is Conspirare’s increasingly popular, free community outreach event. Conspirare’s acclaimed artistic director Craig Hella Johnson leads each Big Sing gathering in vocal warm-ups and short, melodic songs that can be easily learned. As musical hosts, Conspirare Symphonic Choir members sit among the audience to sing along and provide musical support and encouragement during the one-hour event. Song sheets are provided.

The Big Sing is open to all, regardless of musical training and experience. Through a fun, no-pressure group singing experience, audience members learn basic vocal technique, experience the body as an instrument, and sing as one with hundreds of others.

For more information, visit the Conspirare website.

Amy Cook at Cactus Cafe

noreply@blogger.com (Leigh Ann) — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 17:00:00 +0000

Saturday, February 25, 2012, the Cactus Cafe in the UT Student Union will host local singer/songwriter Amy Cook for a FREE show and taping for Sessions from the Cactus Cafe. Admission to the show is on a first come, first serve basis. An RSVP to the event does not guarantee admission, so arrive early if you want to get in! Doors open at 3:30 p.m., and once the show begins at 4, the doors will be closed.

Amy Cook has earned critical acclaim since joining the musical scene in Austin. She's collaborated with Alejandro Escovedo, Ben Kweller, Heartless Bastards, Patty Griffin, and more. The taping takes place in UT's legendary Cactus Cafe, which has hosted the likes of Lyle Lovett, Lucinda Williams, Shawn Colvin, Alison Krauss, Townes Van Zandt, and the Dixie Chicks, among many, many others.

For more information, visit Cactus Cafe listings (scroll down to see the info about the Amy Cook show). The Cactus Cafe is located in the Southwest corner of the Texas Student Union, which is across from the University Co-op on Guadalupe.

Image credit: Cactus Cafe

Free Biscuit Brothers Concert on Saturday

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 16:00:00 +0000

Stars of the Emmy Award-winning PBS children's television program, The Biscuit Brothers, will perform a free concert at Northwest Hills United Methodist Church on Saturday, February 25, 2012 at 2 p.m. The concert cost has been covered by the church, so admission is free!

For more information, visit the church website.

7050 Village Center Drive

Austin, TX 78731

Alamo Kids Club: Fantastic Voyage

noreply@blogger.com (Leigh Ann) — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 15:00:00 +0000

Join the Alamo Kids Club on Saturday, February 25, 2012 for a FREE screening of the 1966 classic Fantastic Voyage at the Alamo South Lamar. The show starts at 11 a.m.

Follow a group of scientists as they are miniaturized and injected into one of their colleagues, where they pilot a microscopic nuclear submarine through his body. It's a whirlwind of action, as they race against the clock and through his bodily systems in order to save his life. Old school special effects and real life science combine to make a thrilling movie watching experience. Is it appropriate for kids? It's rated PG, and I watched it in 7th grade science, but parents, use your best judgement!

Children age 3 and over will be allowed at all screenings of this show. No infants however, and families with loud children will be asked to leave. For more information, visit the Alamo Kids Club site.

Alamo South Lamar
1120 S Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78704

Image credit: Alamo Drafthouse

$10 for 2 Day Passes to That Takes The Cake!

noreply@blogger.com (Leigh Ann) — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:00:00 +0000

Back before I had kids and responsibilities and such, I loved watching the Food Network Challenge, especially when it revolved around decorative cakes. I love cake as much as the next guy (probably more), but there's something to be said about a cake that has to be designed and engineered.

365 Austin Deals is offering 2 passes for 1-day entry into Capital Confectioners' That Takes The Cake! Show for only $10 (a $20 value). At That Takes the Cake!, you can marvel at towering cakes, dazzling dessert displays, and spectacular sugar showstoppers that align with the "“Renaissance” theme: Cake-a-Lot Knights of the Turn Table. "From the reigns of Kings and Queens, Da Vinci’s incredible inventions, Shakespeare’s famous plays, to fantastical dragons and fairies … Campy, kitchy, cartoonish, fun or realistic, our Kingdom awaits your masterpiece." A group of talented cake decorators, some of whom you might recognize from The Food Network and TLC, will judge the cakes on Saturday.

The fine print:

Limit per person: 5 (+5 as a gift)

Promotion Expires on February 26, 2012

Valid for two one-day passes

Event takes place on February 25 and 26

Passes are valid for either day

Children 18 and younger are free

That Takes the Cake

North Austin Event Center
10601 North Lamar Blvd
Austin TX, 78753

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Final Free Kite-Making Workshop

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:12:00 +0000

The 84th annual Zilker Kite Festival is coming up, but first you need a kite!

The Austin Parks & Recreation Department has been hosting kite making workshops leading up to the big festival, and there is just one last chance to attend before the big day! Children will have the opportunity to make a kite to fly at the Kite Festival on March 4, 2012 at the final free kite making workshop:

Saturday, February 25, 2012 at Northwest Recreation Center - 1 p.m.

The workshop is geared for ages 5 and up and all materials will be provided. It is free of charge.

For more information, visit AustinTexas.gov or email Kelly Maltsberger.

Recycled Reads Turns Three

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 18:29:00 +0000

Join Austin Public Library's used bookstore, Recycled Reads, on Saturday, February 25, 2012, from noon to 6 p.m., to celebrate three years of giving books a second chance! Festivities will include live music, a puppet show, a craft workshop, a prize drawing and much more! The celebration is free and open to the public.

For more information please call 512-323-5123 or visit www.recycledreads.org.

Recycled Reads

5335 Burnet Road

Austin, Texas

Free Dance Workshop at MACC

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:33:00 +0000

On Saturday, February 25, 2012, the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (MAAC) will present a free dance workshop in celebration of African American History Month. The workshop with Toni Bravo, a collaboration between the MAAC and Ballet Afrique, will explore African Rhythms in American and Latin Dance. Music will begin at 4:30 p.m. and dance instruction will begin at 5 p.m.

For more information visit: www.maccaustin.org or write to Toni Bravo at diversespace@gmail.com.

The Emma Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center
600 River St.

Austin, TX 78701

FREE SXSW Shows at Auditorium Shores

noreply@blogger.com (Leigh Ann) — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:00:00 +0000

You don't have to have a badge for the SWSX Music Festival to be able to enjoy some great music. Each year the festival offers a FREE show at Auditorium Shores. This year Austinites get to enjoy three beautiful March nights of FREE music with downtown Austin as the backdrop.

The SXSW Auditorium Shores Stage will showcase free shows on March 15 - 17, 2012 (Thursday through Saturday). Artists include Little Hurricane (5:45 p.m.), M. Ward (6:45 p.m.), and The Shins (8 p.m.) on Thursday, and Counting Crows (8 p.m.) and Diamond Rugs (7 p.m.) on Friday. Saturday's full lineup has yet to be posted online, but SXSW announced that the headliner will be The Cult, who will take the stage at 8 p.m. The area will also feature a variety of food and beverages and arts and craft vendors along with the free music.

There will be a shuttle service between the Austin Convention Center at 2nd and Trinity running each night from 4 - 11 p.m. for SXSW badge holders. Non badge holders can catch the Capital Metro's Park & Ride service for $1 each way.

For more information about the show, including what not to bring, visit the SXSW site or the KGSR SXSW News.

For more information on parking and shuttles to Auditorium Shores, visit the SXSW Getting Around page.

Auditorium Shores
920 W. Riverside Drive
Austin, TX 78704

Image credit: Extreme Air Shots via SXSW

Free Fun Fishing Event in New Braunfels

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 16:40:00 +0000

The Water Oriented Recreation District of Comal County (W.O.R.D.) will host WORD Fun Fish 2012 on Sunday, February 26, 2012. The event will be held at Camp Huaco Springs on River Road in New Braunfels, starting at noon. Just show up and register at the event - it's free!

All child participants will receive:

Free t-shirt
Free hot dogs, chips, and water
Loaner fishing pole on a first come, first served basis
Bait and tackle provided
Lots of prizes, including: trophies, medals, and $25 cash for catching a tagged fish (Trophies and medals to be awarded at 3:45 p.m.)

For more information, visit the event website, contact the W.O.R.D. office at (830)907-2300 or email us at info@wordcc.com. Come and join us for a day of fun and fishing. See you then!

It All Starts in Austin Parks ~ Free Concerts

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 16:26:00 +0000

The City of Austin's Music Division and Parks Department bring you Music in the Parks, a year-long concert series that features free, live and diverse concerts set in various parks throughout Austin. Expanding on the success of Live from the Plaza, this is an incredible opportunity for Austin musicians to gain exposure to new audiences and for community bonds to be strengthened. The concerts are an effort to promote the educational, social/environmental, cultural, economic and health benefits of leisure and recreation to individuals, families, neighborhoods and communities.

Performances are free and appropriate for the whole family. All are welcome and invited to attend.

Saturday, February 25, 2012, from 1 - 5 p.m. - Aftermath with Edison Chair & Hannah Hagar at Northwest Rec Center (2913 Northland Drive). Spend an afternoon at the Northwest Rec Center's Kite Festival and listen to some live music.

Saturday, March 3, 2012, from 1 - 5 p.m. - The Eggmen with Big Don & School of Rock at Dick Nichols Park (8011 Beckett Road). Join in a Mini Fest featuring music, food, and artists.

Tuesday, March 6, 2012, from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. - Dickie Lee Erwin with Mandy Mercier in Republic Square Park (422 Guadalupe Street).

Saturday, March 24, 2012, from 1 - 5 p.m. - The Derailers with Ruby Jane & Peewee Moore at Given Rec Center.

For more information, visit the Music in the Parks page on the City of Austin website or the History, Art, and Nature Division Facebook page.

Free Scarf with Free Shipping is Back

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 15:31:00 +0000

If you missed it last time, Sneakpeeq is once again offering new members a free silk scarf (a $50 value) with free shipping. Go here to connect with Sneakpeeq via Facebook and claim your free scarf. Limited quantities available.

New members will also get a free $10 credit, which you could use to get the life-on-the-go beauty set pictured above for $12 (a $25 value). It includes three Yes To Carrots Color Balm Sticks in Soft Plum, Rosy Bloom, and Peachy Keen and pack of Yes To Cucumbers hypoallergenic facial towelettes.

Bookmark Contest from BookPeople

noreply@blogger.com (Leigh Ann) — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 15:00:00 +0000

Join BookPeople and other young readers and artists in the 2012 BookKids Bookmark Contest. Kids are invited to create a colorful bookmark inspired by their favorite book. Entries will be accepted through March 9, 2012 and should measure 7.5 x 2.25 inches (use the template on the entry form).

Four winners will be selected, one from each age group:

Kindergarten
Grades 1 & 2
Grades 3 & 4
Grades 5 & 6

The winner from each age group will be professionally printed and distributed at the counters of Book People. Each winner will also win a $25 gift certificate to BookPeople and a pizza party for their whole class sponsored by Austin's Pizza!

Print the entry form here.

BookPeople
603 N Lamar
Austin, TX 78703

LEGO Robotics Fun Days During Spring Break

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 14:26:00 +0000

Children and their parents are invited to visit area libraries during Spring Break, to enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of LEGO building and discovery! Learning Fun 101 will host LEGO Robotics Fun Days for students in grades K – 12.

LEGO activities will include:

Building a giant LEGO mini figure
LEGO Tops and Battle Bots Arena
Digging in a swimming pool full of LEGO pieces for “Free Building”
Playing a fun LEGO game

Spring Break Schedule

Georgetown Library
March 12, 2012, from 1 – 4 p.m.
402 West 8th Street

Georgetown, TX 78626-5503

Wells Branch Library
March 14, 2012, from 1 – 4 p.m.
15001 Wells Port Drive

Austin, TX 78728

These events are FREE. Sign up online to let Learning Fun 101 know you will be there! For more information, visit the website or contact joann@learningfun101.com.