In + Around Austin

May 6-May 12 is Children’s Book Week – a celebration of children’s literature and the joy of reading since 1919. The theme for this year’s Children’s Book Week is No Rules, Just Read, which...

Who loves brunch? I know MOMS do! What shows Mom more love than not having to prep, cook or clean up the kitchen? The answer is nothing...well maybe adding a Mimosa to her meal....

Many Americans often think Cinco de Mayo is the Independence Day of our friends south of the border. In actuality, only one Mexican state celebrates the day. In 1862, during the Franco-Mexican War, Puebla...

In a blink of an eye, April showers have brought May flowers! May has been declared Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI)  heritage month in the US and many celebrations and events take place...

With Summer quickly approaching I know we’re all frantically scheduling day camps, play dates and vacations to fill those long hot days but, how can we fill the days in between the fun? With...

Hi! I’m Natalie McMahon, a Southern belle hailing from the heart of Louisiana, and now a proud Austinite since 2011. With a Bachelor's in Mass Communication from LSU in hand (Geaux Tigers!) and after...

As a kid, I was way more likely to do what the grownups around me did than I was to listen to what they said. Now that I’m an adult with kids of my...

This Saturday marks the 11th annual Independent Bookstore Day and the 25 indie bookstores on the Austin Book Trail are busily preparing for the big day. No matter where you are in and around...

Hi everyone - it’s nice to meet y’all. My name is Michelle Mathis! I’m so excited to be here and share all things motherhood. For starters, I’m a mama to the 2 coolest girlies -...

In our diverse world, it's crucial to create inclusive environments where every child, regardless of their abilities, can thrive and participate fully. For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), sensory-friendly activities play a vital...