Education
As we hit the dog days of summer, our family ends up spending a lot more time inside, trying to escape the heat. It’s very easy for screen time to creep up when we’re home so much, so to counteract the screen sirens, I often set out big bins of crafting...
Feature Articles
Traveling is a great way to enjoy new experiences, learn about the world, bond with your family and take a break from the monotony of long summer days. Since the cost of travel can be prohibitive, many families don’t get away as frequently as they’d like or...
Family Matters
Q My husband swears in front of our children. He doesn’t swear at our kids directly, but I’m still concerned. We have two boys, age, nine and eleven, and they’ve both gotten in trouble at school for using bad language during recess. A Some sources say hearing swear...
Lifelines
Itchy mosquito bites can spoil the fun of being outdoors in the summer. Mosquitos aren’t just annoying, they can spread diseases like Zika, West Nile virus and Dengue. Here are some strategies for combating these unwelcome pesks. Understand the Breeding...
Austin in Action
For five years, Girl Scout troop 42435 has been learning, growing and challenging each other. Now they’ve taken on a new service project that helps Austin’s homeless community. In May, the girls worked with Mobile Loaves and Fishes to bring food to homeless...
Austin in Action
This week Austin Family magazine got the chance to enjoy Kalahari Resort’s three brand new water features: Bugs Burrow, a fun water-play area with nine bug-themed slides just for kids, Adventure River where all ages can float down over 900 feet of their new...
Austin in Action
The Austin Parks Foundation (APF), Austin Parks and Recreation Department (PARD), Neighborhood Partnering Program (NPP), and Highland Neighborhood Association (HNA) are proud to announce a new fitness area at TA Brown Neighborhood Park located in District 4 is now...
Austin in Action
Through June 30th Grounds & Hounds Coffee Co. is partnering with local Austin animal rescue, Austin Pets Alive!, for their Rescue Roast initiative. This means that 100% of all profits from the sale of the Rescue Roast blend will go toward funding Austin Pets...
Films
Jack’s Top Films (Through the Years) For nearly 19 years, I’ve had the great privilege of serving as Austin Family’s film columnist. As I move forward with other endeavors, I’m sad to say that this month’s column will be my last. I will truly miss contributing to...
Media Review
Kids are innately curious. Have you ever counted how often your child asks, “Why?” Try it if you dare. Research shows that children ask approximately 100-200 questions daily. Explore these kids’ science-focused podcasts to keep your head from spinning and find some...
