New Book
A new children's book by Austin-based author Kat Kronenberg debuted on Jan. 8. Love Big is the tale of animals who are working to make life better on their African savanna. At first, the animals – led by a moody Baboon – begin to turn on one another as they look out...
Cancellation
Uncertainty surrounding the federal government shutdown has prompted the cancellation of Liberty! Equality! And Fireworks!, Pollyanna Theatre Company’s acclaimed production for children and families about the Civil Rights Movement. Originally scheduled to be staged at...
Doodling for Scholarships
Google recently announced its 2019 Doodle 4 Google contest, in which students have the chance to win a $30,000 college scholarship and a $50,000 technology grant for their school, as well as having their artwork featured on Google. This year’s contest theme, “When I...
Creativity for a Cause
Texans of all ages are invited to enter this year’s Mental Health Awareness Creative Arts Contest. Submissions can be original artwork, writing or photography and should address the theme, “Why Does Mental Health Matter to You?” Sponsored by UT Austin, the Texas...
A Dance for the Grownups
Why should kids have all the fun? Maplewood Elementary will host its fourth annual Parent Prom on Saturday, Feb. 9, from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Getaway Motor Club. Open to all adults – even those without a connection to the school – Parent Prom is an evening for parents...
Personality and Performance
Children’s personalities may influence how they perform in math and reading, according to a study by psychology researchers at UT Austin. In a study published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, researchers found that characteristics related to...
Museum Anniversary
The Science Mill in Johnson City will celebrate four years of operation with a new exhibit this month. Aquaponics Greenhouse, a working system that lets visitors discover how fish, plants and microbes work together to create healthy food, opens Feb. 16. Visitors to...
Ringing Up Love
Austin-based company RetailMeNot says its research found that 64 percent of Americans who are married or in a relationship plan to purchase a gift for their significant others in celebration of Valentine’s Day. Top choices include dinner in a restaurant, chocolates...
Anniversary Tribute
Fifty years ago, The Beatles played a famous concert on the roof of Apple Core in London. On Jan. 30, that event will be commemorated by KOOP Radio and the Austin Public Library. Austin's own mop top tribute band, The Eggmen, will perform at the Austin Central...
Winter Games
Special Olympics Texas (SOTX) athletes from all across the state will converge on Austin for its annual Winter Games on Jan. 31 - Feb. 3. The Winter Games consist of statewide competitions in bowling, powerlifting and volleyball. Events will be held at various venues...
Help for Furloughed Workers
The Austin Diaper Bank, in partnership with Catholic Charities of Central Texas, is providing free diapers and wipes to federal employees who need help during the government shutdown. To get help, furloughed workers can bring their federal ID to Catholic Charities of...
Barbara Jordan Exhibit
A new exhibit at the Texas Capitol rotunda next month will celebrate Barbara Jordan's life as a leader and civil rights hero. Barbara Jordan, a Houston native, was a lawyer, professor and politician who served in the Texas Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives....
